Hodgkins, IL vs Reynolds, IL

Hodgkins, IL and Reynolds, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Hodgkins scores 69 while Reynolds 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 Hodgkins is $1,000/month compared to $870/month in Reynolds — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Reynolds has cheaper rent, Hodgkins actually has lower median home values ($39,200 vs $151,600).

Median household income in Hodgkins is $63,056 compared to $87,500 in Reynolds (-27.9%). While Reynolds is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hodgkins spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Reynolds.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.1°F vs 51.2°F). Reynolds receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 34.4" in Hodgkins.