Mount Pulaski, IL vs Staunton, IL

Mount Pulaski is moderately more affordable than Staunton, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Mount Pulaski scores 64 compared to 69 for Staunton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Staunton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mount Pulaski is $741/month compared to $805/month in Staunton — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mount Pulaski is more affordable at $113,400 median vs $139,500.

Median household income in Mount Pulaski is $70,175 compared to $65,435 in Staunton (+7.2%). Mount Pulaski offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mount Pulaski spend roughly 12.7% of their income on rent, less than the 14.8% in Staunton.

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