Middletown, IL vs Taylor Springs, IL

Middletown, IL and Taylor Springs, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Middletown scores 62 while Taylor Springs 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 Middletown is $810/month compared to $781/month in Taylor Springs — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Taylor Springs has cheaper rent, Middletown actually has lower median home values ($66,300 vs $67,100).

Median household income in Middletown is $52,857 compared to $45,323 in Taylor Springs (+16.6%). Middletown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Middletown spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 20.7% in Taylor Springs.

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