Oquawka, IL vs Xenia, IL

Oquawka is moderately more affordable than Xenia, with a 5.7% lower cost of living index. Oquawka scores 56 compared to 59 for Xenia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Xenia can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Oquawka is $492/month compared to $625/month in Xenia — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Oquawka has cheaper rent, Xenia actually has lower median home values ($79,200 vs $87,200).

Median household income in Oquawka is $51,477 compared to $44,107 in Xenia (+16.7%). Oquawka offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Oquawka spend roughly 11.5% of their income on rent, less than the 17% in Xenia.