St. Johns, IL vs Tower Hill, IL

St. Johns, IL and Tower Hill, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. St. Johns scores 63 while Tower Hill scores 63 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 St. Johns is $760/month compared to $792/month in Tower Hill — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while St. Johns has cheaper rent, Tower Hill actually has lower median home values ($61,300 vs $80,000).

Median household income in St. Johns is $39,286 compared to $52,917 in Tower Hill (-25.8%). Tower Hill offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of St. Johns spend roughly 23.2% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Tower Hill.

Climate-wise, St. Johns is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 53.1°F in Tower Hill. St. Johns receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 36.4" in Tower Hill.