Princeville, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Princeville is moderately more affordable than Wilmington, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Princeville scores 72 compared to 81 for Wilmington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Princeville is $919/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilmington has cheaper rent, Princeville actually has lower median home values ($162,000 vs $216,400).

Median household income in Princeville is $81,944 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (+29%). Princeville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Princeville spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, less than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Princeville is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Princeville receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.