Hartsburg, IL vs Okawville, IL

Okawville is moderately more affordable than Hartsburg, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Hartsburg scores 73 compared to 69 for Okawville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hartsburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hartsburg is $1,055/month compared to $736/month in Okawville — a 43% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Okawville has cheaper rent, Hartsburg actually has lower median home values ($89,500 vs $161,400).

Median household income in Hartsburg is $72,500 compared to $84,881 in Okawville (-14.6%). Okawville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hartsburg spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 10.4% in Okawville.

Climate-wise, Okawville is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 54°F in Hartsburg. Okawville receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 38" in Hartsburg.