Manito, IL vs South Wilmington, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Manito is 25.5% cheaper than South Wilmington. With a cost index of 64 vs 85, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Manito to South Wilmington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Manito is $757/month compared to $1,188/month in South Wilmington — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Manito is more affordable at $117,500 median vs $164,900.

Median household income in Manito is $67,772 compared to $86,563 in South Wilmington (-21.7%). The higher salaries in South Wilmington partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Manito spend roughly 13.4% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in South Wilmington.

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