Roxana, IL vs Tuscola, IL

Roxana, IL and Tuscola, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Roxana scores 70 while Tuscola scores 71 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 Roxana is $949/month compared to $837/month in Tuscola — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Tuscola has cheaper rent, Roxana actually has lower median home values ($101,800 vs $148,100).

Median household income in Roxana is $66,125 compared to $77,034 in Tuscola (-14.2%). While Tuscola is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Roxana spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13% in Tuscola.

Climate-wise, Roxana is notably warmer with an average of 57.4°F compared to 52.5°F in Tuscola. Roxana receives more rainfall at 41.7" per year compared to 37" in Tuscola.