Havana, IL vs LaSalle, IL

Havana is moderately more affordable than LaSalle, with a 13.8% lower cost of living index. Havana scores 63 compared to 73 for LaSalle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of LaSalle can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Havana is $716/month compared to $1,011/month in LaSalle — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Havana is more affordable at $95,200 median vs $109,500.

Median household income in Havana is $55,428 compared to $54,246 in LaSalle (+2.2%). Havana offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Havana spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in LaSalle.

Climate-wise, Havana is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 47.8°F in LaSalle. Havana receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.4" in LaSalle.