Kempton, IL vs Woodlawn, IL

Kempton is moderately more affordable than Woodlawn, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Kempton scores 65 compared to 72 for Woodlawn, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Woodlawn can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kempton is $938/month compared to $905/month in Woodlawn — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Woodlawn has cheaper rent, Kempton actually has lower median home values ($56,700 vs $130,500).

Median household income in Kempton is $71,786 compared to $70,455 in Woodlawn (+1.9%). Kempton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Kempton spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Woodlawn.