Humboldt, IL vs Raymond, IL

Humboldt, IL and Raymond, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0% difference in their overall index. Humboldt scores 66 while Raymond scores 66 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 Humboldt is $879/month compared to $833/month in Raymond — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Raymond has cheaper rent, Humboldt actually has lower median home values ($75,000 vs $96,600).

Median household income in Humboldt is $58,375 compared to $64,063 in Raymond (-8.9%). While Raymond is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Humboldt spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.6% in Raymond.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.4°F vs 54°F). Raymond receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36" in Humboldt.