Mount Vernon, IL vs Quincy, IL

Mount Vernon, IL and Quincy, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Mount Vernon scores 68 while Quincy scores 71 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 Mount Vernon is $893/month compared to $824/month in Quincy — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Quincy has cheaper rent, Mount Vernon actually has lower median home values ($89,700 vs $146,100).

Median household income in Mount Vernon is $52,751 compared to $56,372 in Quincy (-6.4%). While Quincy is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Mount Vernon spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Quincy.

Climate-wise, Mount Vernon is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 53°F in Quincy. Mount Vernon receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 36.4" in Quincy.