Pingree Grove, IL vs Wadsworth, IL

Pingree Grove, IL and Wadsworth, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.5% difference in their overall index. Pingree Grove scores 97 while Wadsworth scores 99 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 Pingree Grove is $1,219/month compared to $1,052/month in Wadsworth — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wadsworth has cheaper rent, Pingree Grove actually has lower median home values ($298,300 vs $377,900).

Median household income in Pingree Grove is $119,880 compared to $121,583 in Wadsworth (-1.4%). The higher salaries in Wadsworth partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Pingree Grove spend roughly 12.2% of their income on rent, more than the 10.4% in Wadsworth.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.7°F vs 48.3°F). Wadsworth receives more rainfall at 35.3" per year compared to 33.2" in Pingree Grove.