Lanark, IL vs Pittsfield, IL

Lanark, IL and Pittsfield, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Lanark scores 65 while Pittsfield scores 64 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 Lanark is $781/month compared to $703/month in Pittsfield — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pittsfield has cheaper rent, Lanark actually has lower median home values ($97,100 vs $113,300).

Median household income in Lanark is $66,250 compared to $52,432 in Pittsfield (+26.4%). While Lanark is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lanark spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 16.1% in Pittsfield.

Climate-wise, Pittsfield is notably warmer with an average of 53°F compared to 49.4°F in Lanark. Lanark receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 36.4" in Pittsfield.