Pittsfield, IL vs Warsaw, IL

Pittsfield, IL and Warsaw, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Pittsfield scores 64 while Warsaw scores 64 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 Pittsfield is $703/month compared to $769/month in Warsaw — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Pittsfield has cheaper rent, Warsaw actually has lower median home values ($90,700 vs $113,300).

Median household income in Pittsfield is $52,432 compared to $58,074 in Warsaw (-9.7%). While Warsaw is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Pittsfield spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Warsaw.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53°F vs 53°F). Warsaw receives more rainfall at 36.4" per year compared to 36.4" in Pittsfield.