Oakwood, IL vs Westfield, IL

Oakwood, IL and Westfield, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Oakwood scores 66 while Westfield scores 67 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 Oakwood is $795/month compared to $910/month in Westfield — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oakwood has cheaper rent, Westfield actually has lower median home values ($72,000 vs $98,300).

Median household income in Oakwood is $43,894 compared to $62,986 in Westfield (-30.3%). While Westfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Oakwood spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Westfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.3°F vs 53.4°F). Oakwood receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 36" in Westfield.