Shelbyville, IL vs Warren, IL

Shelbyville, IL and Warren, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.5% difference in their overall index. Shelbyville scores 65 while Warren 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 Shelbyville is $724/month compared to $752/month in Warren — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Shelbyville has cheaper rent, Warren actually has lower median home values ($104,900 vs $111,200).

Median household income in Shelbyville is $54,400 compared to $73,500 in Warren (-26%). While Warren is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Shelbyville spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in Warren.

Climate-wise, Shelbyville is notably warmer with an average of 53.4°F compared to 47.2°F in Warren. Warren receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 36" in Shelbyville.