Hennepin, IL vs Troy Grove, IL

Hennepin, IL and Troy Grove, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Hennepin scores 73 while Troy Grove scores 73 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 $792/month in Troy Grove — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Troy Grove has cheaper rent, Hennepin actually has lower median home values ($166,700 vs $186,300).

Median household income in Hennepin is $78,594 compared to $81,838 in Troy Grove (-4%). While Troy Grove is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hennepin spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, more than the 11.6% in Troy Grove.

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