Rome, IL vs South Wilmington, IL

Rome is moderately more affordable than South Wilmington, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Rome scores 77 compared to 85 for South Wilmington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Wilmington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Rome is $1,107/month compared to $1,188/month in South Wilmington — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rome is more affordable at $155,700 median vs $164,900.

Median household income in Rome is $95,263 compared to $86,563 in South Wilmington (+10.1%). Rome offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Rome spend roughly 13.9% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in South Wilmington.

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