Highland, IL vs Smithton, IL

Highland is moderately more affordable than Smithton, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Highland scores 72 compared to 80 for Smithton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Smithton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Highland is $776/month compared to $857/month in Smithton — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Highland is more affordable at $185,800 median vs $251,600.

Median household income in Highland is $77,886 compared to $114,453 in Smithton (-31.9%). While Smithton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Highland spend roughly 12% of their income on rent, more than the 9% in Smithton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (57.7°F vs 57.7°F). Smithton receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 43.4" in Highland.