Harrison, IL vs New Douglas, IL

Harrison, IL and New Douglas, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Harrison scores 65 while New Douglas scores 63 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 Harrison is $695/month compared to $738/month in New Douglas — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Harrison has cheaper rent, New Douglas actually has lower median home values ($85,500 vs $128,600).

Median household income in Harrison is $75,417 compared to $48,500 in New Douglas (+55.5%). While Harrison is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Harrison spend roughly 11.1% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in New Douglas.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.4°F vs 57.7°F). Harrison receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 43.4" in New Douglas.