Mendon, IL vs Tower Hill, IL

Mendon, IL and Tower Hill, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Mendon scores 63 while Tower Hill scores 63 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 Mendon is $661/month compared to $792/month in Tower Hill — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mendon has cheaper rent, Tower Hill actually has lower median home values ($61,300 vs $108,500).

Median household income in Mendon is $62,778 compared to $52,917 in Tower Hill (+18.6%). Mendon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mendon spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, less than the 18% in Tower Hill.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53°F vs 53.1°F). Tower Hill receives more rainfall at 36.4" per year compared to 36.4" in Mendon.