Mackinaw, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Mackinaw is moderately more affordable than Wilmington, with a 12.6% lower cost of living index. Mackinaw scores 71 compared to 81 for Wilmington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mackinaw is $874/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mackinaw is more affordable at $159,200 median vs $216,400.

Median household income in Mackinaw is $71,875 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (+13.2%). Mackinaw offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mackinaw spend roughly 14.6% of their income on rent, less than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Mackinaw is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Mackinaw receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.