Hamilton, IL vs Harrison, IL

Harrison is moderately more affordable than Hamilton, with a 6.1% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 69 compared to 65 for Harrison, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamilton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamilton is $888/month compared to $695/month in Harrison — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Harrison has cheaper rent, Hamilton actually has lower median home values ($105,600 vs $128,600).

Median household income in Hamilton is $53,487 compared to $75,417 in Harrison (-29.1%). Harrison offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Harrison.

Climate-wise, Harrison is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 51.9°F in Hamilton. Harrison receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 37.9" in Hamilton.