Hamilton, IL vs Viola, IL

Viola is moderately more affordable than Hamilton, with a 12.4% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 69 compared to 62 for Viola, 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 $692/month in Viola — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Viola has cheaper rent, Hamilton actually has lower median home values ($105,600 vs $114,500).

Median household income in Hamilton is $53,487 compared to $67,500 in Viola (-20.8%). Viola 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 12.3% in Viola.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.9°F vs 51.2°F). Viola receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 37.9" in Hamilton.