Southern View, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Southern View, IL and Wilmington, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Southern View scores 79 while Wilmington scores 81 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 Southern View is $1,261/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 41% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilmington has cheaper rent, Southern View actually has lower median home values ($104,700 vs $216,400).

Median household income in Southern View is $53,774 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (-15.3%). While Wilmington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Southern View spend roughly 28.1% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Southern View is notably warmer with an average of 54°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Southern View receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.