Milford, IL vs Orient, IL

Milford, IL and Orient, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.4% difference in their overall index. Milford scores 61 while Orient scores 60 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 Milford is $714/month compared to $731/month in Orient — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Milford has cheaper rent, Orient actually has lower median home values ($49,100 vs $65,300).

Median household income in Milford is $45,000 compared to $39,167 in Orient (+14.9%). While Milford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Milford spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in Orient.

Climate-wise, Orient is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 52.3°F in Milford. Orient receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 40.4" in Milford.