Sylvania, AL vs Wilton, AL

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Sylvania, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Sylvania scores 61 compared to 56 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sylvania can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Sylvania is $638/month compared to $391/month in Wilton — a 63% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Sylvania actually has lower median home values ($129,400 vs $145,800).

Median household income in Sylvania is $53,973 compared to $54,000 in Wilton (-0.1%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Sylvania spend roughly 14.2% of their income on rent, more than the 8.7% in Wilton.

Climate-wise, Wilton is notably warmer with an average of 64.4°F compared to 58.8°F in Sylvania. Wilton receives more rainfall at 56.2" per year compared to 56.2" in Sylvania.