Ohio, IL vs Washington Park, IL

Ohio, IL and Washington Park, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Ohio scores 64 while Washington Park scores 63 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 Ohio is $722/month compared to $875/month in Washington Park — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ohio has cheaper rent, Washington Park actually has lower median home values ($43,200 vs $98,100).

Median household income in Ohio is $54,688 compared to $42,008 in Washington Park (+30.2%). While Ohio is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ohio spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, less than the 25% in Washington Park.

Climate-wise, Washington Park is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 47.8°F in Ohio. Washington Park receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 37.4" in Ohio.