Lawrenceville, IL vs Streator, IL

Lawrenceville, IL and Streator, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.7% difference in their overall index. Lawrenceville scores 63 while Streator 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 Lawrenceville is $749/month compared to $779/month in Streator — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lawrenceville is more affordable at $77,600 median vs $88,000.

Median household income in Lawrenceville is $44,885 compared to $54,953 in Streator (-18.3%). While Streator is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lawrenceville spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Streator.

Climate-wise, Lawrenceville is notably warmer with an average of 55.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Streator. Lawrenceville receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 33.8" in Streator.