Sheffield, IL vs Troy Grove, IL

Sheffield, IL and Troy Grove, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Sheffield scores 70 while Troy Grove 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 Sheffield is $992/month compared to $792/month in Troy Grove — a 25% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Troy Grove has cheaper rent, Sheffield actually has lower median home values ($102,600 vs $186,300).

Median household income in Sheffield is $68,542 compared to $81,838 in Troy Grove (-16.2%). While Troy Grove is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Sheffield spend roughly 17.4% of their income on rent, more than the 11.6% in Troy Grove.

Climate-wise, Sheffield is notably warmer with an average of 51.2°F compared to 47.8°F in Troy Grove. Sheffield receives more rainfall at 38.3" per year compared to 37.4" in Troy Grove.