Ludlow, IL vs Oquawka, IL

Oquawka is moderately more affordable than Ludlow, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Ludlow scores 61 compared to 56 for Oquawka, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ludlow can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ludlow is $775/month compared to $492/month in Oquawka — a 58% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oquawka has cheaper rent, Ludlow actually has lower median home values ($74,500 vs $87,200).

Median household income in Ludlow is $46,250 compared to $51,477 in Oquawka (-10.2%). Oquawka offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ludlow spend roughly 20.1% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Oquawka.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.3°F vs 51.9°F). Ludlow receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 37.9" in Oquawka.