London Mills, IL vs Macon, IL

Macon is moderately more affordable than London Mills, with a 8.3% lower cost of living index. London Mills scores 69 compared to 64 for Macon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of London Mills can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in London Mills is $1,013/month compared to $800/month in Macon — a 27% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Macon has cheaper rent, London Mills actually has lower median home values ($54,800 vs $109,500).

Median household income in London Mills is $52,656 compared to $74,063 in Macon (-28.9%). Macon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of London Mills spend roughly 23.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Macon.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 53.1°F). London Mills receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 36.4" in Macon.