Lanark, IL vs Staunton, IL

Lanark is moderately more affordable than Staunton, with a 5.6% lower cost of living index. Lanark scores 65 compared to 69 for Staunton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Staunton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lanark is $781/month compared to $805/month in Staunton — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lanark is more affordable at $97,100 median vs $139,500.

Median household income in Lanark is $66,250 compared to $65,435 in Staunton (+1.2%). Lanark offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lanark spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 14.8% in Staunton.

Climate-wise, Staunton is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Lanark. Staunton receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 37.2" in Lanark.