Oblong, IL vs St. David, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Oblong is 18.4% cheaper than St. David. With a cost index of 56 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Oblong to St. David should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Oblong is $532/month compared to $1,000/month in St. David — a 47% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oblong has cheaper rent, St. David actually has lower median home values ($60,200 vs $78,400).

Median household income in Oblong is $52,702 compared to $55,324 in St. David (-4.7%). St. David does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Oblong spend roughly 12.1% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in St. David.

Climate-wise, Oblong is notably warmer with an average of 55.7°F compared to 52.7°F in St. David. Oblong receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 37.6" in St. David.