Martinsville, IL vs Westville, IL

Martinsville is moderately more affordable than Westville, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Martinsville scores 57 compared to 64 for Westville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Westville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Martinsville is $588/month compared to $751/month in Westville — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Martinsville is more affordable at $73,600 median vs $98,800.

Median household income in Martinsville is $65,000 compared to $52,809 in Westville (+23.1%). Martinsville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Martinsville spend roughly 10.9% of their income on rent, less than the 17.1% in Westville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.4°F vs 52.3°F). Westville receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 36" in Martinsville.