Mattoon, IL vs Wilmington, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Mattoon is 20% cheaper than Wilmington. With a cost index of 65 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Mattoon to Wilmington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Mattoon is $764/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mattoon is more affordable at $96,000 median vs $216,400.

Median household income in Mattoon is $47,308 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (-25.5%). While Wilmington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mattoon spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Mattoon is notably warmer with an average of 53.4°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Mattoon receives more rainfall at 36" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.