Rio, IL vs West City, IL

Rio, IL and West City, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.5% difference in their overall index. Rio scores 63 while West City scores 65 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 Rio is $771/month compared to $867/month in West City — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rio has cheaper rent, West City actually has lower median home values ($60,000 vs $104,700).

Median household income in Rio is $62,917 compared to $48,672 in West City (+29.3%). Rio offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Rio spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 21.4% in West City.

Climate-wise, West City is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 51.2°F in Rio. West City receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 38.3" in Rio.