Long Creek, IL vs Scales Mound, IL

Long Creek, IL and Scales Mound, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Long Creek scores 69 while Scales Mound scores 70 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 Long Creek is $839/month compared to $774/month in Scales Mound — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Scales Mound is more affordable at $158,000 median vs $165,800.

Median household income in Long Creek is $83,214 compared to $66,765 in Scales Mound (+24.6%). Long Creek offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Long Creek spend roughly 12.1% of their income on rent, less than the 13.9% in Scales Mound.

Climate-wise, Long Creek is notably warmer with an average of 53.1°F compared to 47.2°F in Scales Mound. Scales Mound receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 36.4" in Long Creek.