Lyndon, IL vs Teutopolis, IL

Teutopolis is moderately more affordable than Lyndon, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Lyndon scores 75 compared to 71 for Teutopolis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lyndon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lyndon is $1,146/month compared to $600/month in Teutopolis — a 91% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Teutopolis has cheaper rent, Lyndon actually has lower median home values ($108,300 vs $230,400).

Median household income in Lyndon is $52,656 compared to $96,875 in Teutopolis (-45.6%). Teutopolis offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lyndon spend roughly 26.1% of their income on rent, more than the 7.4% in Teutopolis.

Climate-wise, Teutopolis is notably warmer with an average of 53.4°F compared to 49.9°F in Lyndon. Lyndon receives more rainfall at 36.2" per year compared to 36" in Teutopolis.