Hamel, IL vs Ingalls Park, IL

Hamel is moderately more affordable than Ingalls Park, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Hamel scores 81 compared to 88 for Ingalls Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ingalls Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamel is $940/month compared to $1,321/month in Ingalls Park — a 29% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hamel has cheaper rent, Ingalls Park actually has lower median home values ($143,800 vs $231,900).

Median household income in Hamel is $105,313 compared to $55,268 in Ingalls Park (+90.5%). Hamel offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamel spend roughly 10.7% of their income on rent, less than the 28.7% in Ingalls Park.

Climate-wise, Hamel is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.1°F in Ingalls Park. Hamel receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 34.4" in Ingalls Park.