Malta, IL vs Staunton, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Staunton is 18.6% cheaper than Malta. With a cost index of 69 vs 82, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Staunton to Malta should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Malta is $1,036/month compared to $805/month in Staunton — a 29% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Staunton is more affordable at $139,500 median vs $178,900.

Median household income in Malta is $83,611 compared to $65,435 in Staunton (+27.8%). While Malta is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Malta spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, more than the 14.8% in Staunton.

Climate-wise, Staunton is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 47.8°F in Malta. Staunton receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 37.4" in Malta.