Ilchester, MD vs Silver Spring, MD

Ilchester is moderately more affordable than Silver Spring, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Ilchester scores 137 compared to 147 for Silver Spring, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Silver Spring can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ilchester is $1,963/month compared to $1,899/month in Silver Spring — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Silver Spring has cheaper rent, Ilchester actually has lower median home values ($498,500 vs $619,400).

Median household income in Ilchester is $150,783 compared to $98,880 in Silver Spring (+52.5%). Ilchester offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ilchester spend roughly 15.6% of their income on rent, less than the 23% in Silver Spring.

Climate-wise, Silver Spring is notably warmer with an average of 59.3°F compared to 56.2°F in Ilchester. Ilchester receives more rainfall at 45" per year compared to 41.8" in Silver Spring.