Herrin, IL vs Shelbyville, IL

Shelbyville is moderately more affordable than Herrin, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Herrin scores 73 compared to 65 for Shelbyville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Herrin can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Herrin is $1,016/month compared to $724/month in Shelbyville — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Shelbyville has cheaper rent, Herrin actually has lower median home values ($109,100 vs $111,200).

Median household income in Herrin is $58,501 compared to $54,400 in Shelbyville (+7.5%). The higher salaries in Herrin partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Herrin spend roughly 20.8% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in Shelbyville.

Climate-wise, Herrin is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 53.4°F in Shelbyville. Herrin receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 36" in Shelbyville.