New Boston, IL vs Stockton, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. New Boston is 17% cheaper than Stockton. With a cost index of 54 vs 65, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from New Boston to Stockton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in New Boston is $483/month compared to $804/month in Stockton — a 40% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while New Boston has cheaper rent, Stockton actually has lower median home values ($88,400 vs $100,700).

Median household income in New Boston is $61,563 compared to $52,800 in Stockton (+16.6%). New Boston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of New Boston spend roughly 9.4% of their income on rent, less than the 18.3% in Stockton.

Climate-wise, New Boston is notably warmer with an average of 51.9°F compared to 47.2°F in Stockton. Stockton receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 37.9" in New Boston.