Hillsboro, IL vs Port Byron, IL

Hillsboro, IL and Port Byron, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Hillsboro scores 67 while Port Byron scores 68 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 $513/month in Port Byron — a 64% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Port Byron has cheaper rent, Hillsboro actually has lower median home values ($95,800 vs $259,300).

Median household income in Hillsboro is $48,158 compared to $101,250 in Port Byron (-52.4%). While Port Byron 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 6.1% in Port Byron.

Climate-wise, Hillsboro is notably warmer with an average of 54°F compared to 49.9°F in Port Byron. Hillsboro receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36.2" in Port Byron.