Stockton, IL vs Wilmington, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Stockton is 19.3% cheaper than Wilmington. With a cost index of 65 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Stockton to Wilmington should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Stockton is $804/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stockton is more affordable at $88,400 median vs $216,400.

Median household income in Stockton is $52,800 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (-16.9%). The higher salaries in Wilmington partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Stockton spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (47.2°F vs 49.4°F). Stockton receives more rainfall at 38.2" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.