New Berlin, IL vs Thompsonville, IL

New Berlin, IL and Thompsonville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.9% difference in their overall index. New Berlin scores 64 while Thompsonville scores 62 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 New Berlin is $646/month compared to $708/month in Thompsonville — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Berlin has cheaper rent, Thompsonville actually has lower median home values ($85,700 vs $153,600).

Median household income in New Berlin is $68,125 compared to $46,023 in Thompsonville (+48%). While New Berlin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of New Berlin spend roughly 11.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Thompsonville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 56.4°F). Thompsonville receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 38" in New Berlin.