Marengo, IL vs Sheridan, IL

Sheridan is moderately more affordable than Marengo, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Marengo scores 85 compared to 78 for Sheridan, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Marengo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Marengo is $1,077/month compared to $964/month in Sheridan — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sheridan is more affordable at $183,200 median vs $206,100.

Median household income in Marengo is $72,586 compared to $73,214 in Sheridan (-0.9%). Sheridan offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Marengo spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 15.8% in Sheridan.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.4°F vs 49.4°F). Marengo receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 33.8" in Sheridan.