Mansfield, IL vs Sheridan, IL

Mansfield, IL and Sheridan, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Mansfield scores 75 while Sheridan scores 78 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Mansfield is $1,057/month compared to $964/month in Sheridan — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sheridan has cheaper rent, Mansfield actually has lower median home values ($133,600 vs $183,200).

Median household income in Mansfield is $72,500 compared to $73,214 in Sheridan (-1%). Sheridan does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Mansfield spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15.8% in Sheridan.

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 Sheridan.