Hillsboro, IL vs Sesser, IL

Sesser is moderately more affordable than Hillsboro, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Hillsboro scores 67 compared to 61 for Sesser, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hillsboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hillsboro is $841/month compared to $703/month in Sesser — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sesser is more affordable at $79,800 median vs $95,800.

Median household income in Hillsboro is $48,158 compared to $52,326 in Sesser (-8%). Sesser offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hillsboro spend roughly 21% of their income on rent, more than the 16.1% in Sesser.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 56.4°F). Sesser receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 38" in Hillsboro.