Stillman Valley, IL vs Tolono, IL

Stillman Valley, IL and Tolono, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.4% difference in their overall index. Stillman Valley scores 79 while Tolono scores 79 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 Stillman Valley is $1,125/month compared to $1,002/month in Tolono — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Tolono has cheaper rent, Stillman Valley actually has lower median home values ($168,000 vs $207,200).

Median household income in Stillman Valley is $87,311 compared to $79,333 in Tolono (+10.1%). While Stillman Valley is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Stillman Valley spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Tolono.

Climate-wise, Tolono is notably warmer with an average of 52.5°F compared to 49.4°F in Stillman Valley. Stillman Valley receives more rainfall at 37.2" per year compared to 37" in Tolono.