Havana, IL vs Royalton, IL

Havana, IL and Royalton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.2% difference in their overall index. Havana scores 63 while Royalton scores 65 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 Havana is $716/month compared to $901/month in Royalton — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Havana has cheaper rent, Royalton actually has lower median home values ($51,900 vs $95,200).

Median household income in Havana is $55,428 compared to $49,625 in Royalton (+11.7%). 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 21.8% in Royalton.

Climate-wise, Royalton is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 52.7°F in Havana. Royalton receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 37.6" in Havana.