Quincy, IL vs Springfield, IL

Quincy, IL and Springfield, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.5% difference in their overall index. Quincy scores 71 while Springfield scores 73 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 Quincy is $824/month compared to $945/month in Springfield — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Quincy is more affordable at $146,100 median vs $155,200.

Median household income in Quincy is $56,372 compared to $65,537 in Springfield (-14%). While Springfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Quincy spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 17.3% in Springfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53°F vs 54°F). Springfield receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 36.4" in Quincy.