Hillcrest, IL vs St. Francisville, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. St. Francisville is 24.6% cheaper than Hillcrest. With a cost index of 67 vs 83, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from St. Francisville to Hillcrest should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillcrest is $1,158/month compared to $943/month in St. Francisville — a 23% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: St. Francisville is more affordable at $58,400 median vs $151,900.

Median household income in Hillcrest is $77,609 compared to $64,583 in St. Francisville (+20.2%). The higher salaries in Hillcrest partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillcrest spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in St. Francisville.

Climate-wise, St. Francisville is notably warmer with an average of 55.7°F compared to 47.8°F in Hillcrest. St. Francisville receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 37.4" in Hillcrest.