Strasburg, IL vs Warsaw, IL

Warsaw is moderately more affordable than Strasburg, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Strasburg scores 74 compared to 64 for Warsaw, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Strasburg can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Strasburg is $1,042/month compared to $769/month in Warsaw — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Warsaw is more affordable at $90,700 median vs $101,200.

Median household income in Strasburg is $65,833 compared to $58,074 in Warsaw (+13.4%). The higher salaries in Strasburg partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Strasburg spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Warsaw.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.4°F vs 53°F). Warsaw receives more rainfall at 36.4" per year compared to 36" in Strasburg.