Seaton, IL vs Woodlawn, IL

Seaton, IL and Woodlawn, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Seaton scores 71 while Woodlawn scores 72 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 Seaton is $1,063/month compared to $905/month in Woodlawn — a 18% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Woodlawn has cheaper rent, Seaton actually has lower median home values ($91,000 vs $130,500).

Median household income in Seaton is $69,375 compared to $70,455 in Woodlawn (-1.5%). While Woodlawn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Seaton spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Woodlawn.