Hardin, IL vs Kampsville, IL

Hardin is moderately more affordable than Kampsville, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Hardin scores 53 compared to 57 for Kampsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kampsville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hardin is $417/month compared to $550/month in Kampsville — a 24% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hardin has cheaper rent, Kampsville actually has lower median home values ($82,900 vs $90,500).

Median household income in Hardin is $85,417 compared to $60,625 in Kampsville (+40.9%). Hardin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hardin spend roughly 5.9% of their income on rent, less than the 10.9% in Kampsville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.1°F vs 56.1°F). Kampsville receives more rainfall at 39.4" per year compared to 39.4" in Hardin.