Hamilton, IL vs Spaulding, IL

Hamilton, IL and Spaulding, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. Hamilton scores 69 while Spaulding scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamilton is $888/month compared to $692/month in Spaulding — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Spaulding has cheaper rent, Hamilton actually has lower median home values ($105,600 vs $212,500).

Median household income in Hamilton is $53,487 compared to $104,205 in Spaulding (-48.7%). While Spaulding is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 8% in Spaulding.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 54°F). Spaulding receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.9" in Hamilton.