Hennepin, IL vs Tremont, IL

Hennepin, IL and Tremont, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.9% difference in their overall index. Hennepin scores 73 while Tremont scores 75 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 Hennepin is $836/month compared to $900/month in Tremont — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hennepin is more affordable at $166,700 median vs $200,600.

Median household income in Hennepin is $78,594 compared to $77,420 in Tremont (+1.5%). Hennepin offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hennepin spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, less than the 13.9% in Tremont.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 52.7°F). Tremont receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 37.6" in Hennepin.