Ladd, IL vs Wapella, IL

Ladd, IL and Wapella, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Ladd scores 69 while Wapella scores 71 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 Ladd is $847/month compared to $950/month in Wapella — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ladd has cheaper rent, Wapella actually has lower median home values ($101,800 vs $123,600).

Median household income in Ladd is $73,646 compared to $59,375 in Wapella (+24%). Ladd offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ladd spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 19.2% in Wapella.

Climate-wise, Wapella is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 47.8°F in Ladd. Ladd receives more rainfall at 37.4" per year compared to 36.4" in Wapella.