Mendon, IL vs Virden, IL

Mendon, IL and Virden, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4% difference in their overall index. Mendon scores 63 while Virden scores 65 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 $785/month in Virden — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Mendon has cheaper rent, Virden actually has lower median home values ($98,800 vs $108,500).

Median household income in Mendon is $62,778 compared to $78,750 in Virden (-20.3%). While Virden is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mendon spend roughly 12.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in Virden.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53°F vs 54°F). Virden receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36.4" in Mendon.