Lincoln, IL vs Quincy, IL

Lincoln, IL and Quincy, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Lincoln scores 67 while Quincy 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 Lincoln is $804/month compared to $824/month in Quincy — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lincoln is more affordable at $111,600 median vs $146,100.

Median household income in Lincoln is $54,390 compared to $56,372 in Quincy (-3.5%). The higher salaries in Quincy partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lincoln spend roughly 17.7% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Quincy.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 53°F). Lincoln receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36.4" in Quincy.