Mansfield, IL vs Rockdale, IL

Mansfield is moderately more affordable than Rockdale, with a 14.9% lower cost of living index. Mansfield scores 75 compared to 88 for Rockdale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Rockdale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mansfield is $1,057/month compared to $1,219/month in Rockdale — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mansfield is more affordable at $133,600 median vs $183,500.

Median household income in Mansfield is $72,500 compared to $56,799 in Rockdale (+27.6%). Mansfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mansfield spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, less than the 25.8% in Rockdale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.1°F vs 49.4°F). Mansfield receives more rainfall at 39.6" per year compared to 33.8" in Rockdale.