Plymouth, IL vs Warsaw, IL

Plymouth, IL and Warsaw, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.2% difference in their overall index. Plymouth scores 62 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 Plymouth is $796/month compared to $769/month in Warsaw — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Warsaw has cheaper rent, Plymouth actually has lower median home values ($55,500 vs $90,700).

Median household income in Plymouth is $39,750 compared to $58,074 in Warsaw (-31.6%). 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 Plymouth spend roughly 24% 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 Plymouth.