Marine, IL vs Riverton, IL

Marine, IL and Riverton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Marine scores 73 while Riverton scores 75 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 Marine is $880/month compared to $1,035/month in Riverton — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marine has cheaper rent, Riverton actually has lower median home values ($140,000 vs $165,100).

Median household income in Marine is $76,304 compared to $75,527 in Riverton (+1%). Marine offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Marine spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 16.4% in Riverton.

Climate-wise, Marine is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 54°F in Riverton. Marine receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 38" in Riverton.