Slocomb, AL vs Wilton, AL

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Slocomb, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Slocomb scores 62 compared to 56 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Slocomb can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Slocomb is $764/month compared to $391/month in Wilton — a 95% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Slocomb actually has lower median home values ($96,000 vs $145,800).

Median household income in Slocomb is $38,988 compared to $54,000 in Wilton (-27.8%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Slocomb spend roughly 23.5% of their income on rent, more than the 8.7% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, Slocomb is notably warmer with an average of 67.8°F compared to 64.4°F in Wilton. Wilton receives more rainfall at 56.2" per year compared to 53.9" in Slocomb.