Oglesby, IL vs Phoenix, IL

Oglesby is moderately more affordable than Phoenix, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Oglesby scores 69 compared to 74 for Phoenix, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Phoenix can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oglesby is $810/month compared to $1,010/month in Phoenix — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oglesby has cheaper rent, Phoenix actually has lower median home values ($86,300 vs $130,900).

Median household income in Oglesby is $71,618 compared to $25,703 in Phoenix (+178.6%). Oglesby offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oglesby spend roughly 13.6% of their income on rent, less than the 47.2% in Phoenix. The Oglesby ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.

Climate-wise, Phoenix is notably warmer with an average of 52.1°F compared to 47.8°F in Oglesby. Oglesby receives more rainfall at 37.4" per year compared to 34.4" in Phoenix.