Hillsboro, IL vs Jerome, IL

Hillsboro, IL and Jerome, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.7% difference in their overall index. Hillsboro scores 67 while Jerome scores 70 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 Hillsboro is $841/month compared to $954/month in Jerome — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hillsboro is more affordable at $95,800 median vs $116,700.

Median household income in Hillsboro is $48,158 compared to $55,777 in Jerome (-13.7%). While Jerome is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 20.5% in Jerome.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 54°F). Jerome receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 38" in Hillsboro.