Lexington, IL vs Pontoon Beach, IL

Lexington is moderately more affordable than Pontoon Beach, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Lexington scores 69 compared to 78 for Pontoon Beach, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pontoon Beach can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lexington is $734/month compared to $1,117/month in Pontoon Beach — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Lexington has cheaper rent, Pontoon Beach actually has lower median home values ($137,900 vs $171,600).

Median household income in Lexington is $98,676 compared to $59,375 in Pontoon Beach (+66.2%). Lexington offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lexington spend roughly 8.9% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Pontoon Beach.

Climate-wise, Pontoon Beach is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 52.3°F in Lexington. Pontoon Beach receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 40.4" in Lexington.