Lyons, IL vs New Baden, IL

New Baden is moderately more affordable than Lyons, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Lyons scores 91 compared to 80 for New Baden, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lyons can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lyons is $1,154/month compared to $1,110/month in New Baden — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Baden is more affordable at $160,600 median vs $243,500.

Median household income in Lyons is $64,209 compared to $77,542 in New Baden (-17.2%). New Baden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lyons spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, more than the 17.2% in New Baden.

Climate-wise, New Baden is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 52.1°F in Lyons. New Baden receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 34.4" in Lyons.