Tamms, IL vs Winchester, IL

Tamms is moderately more affordable than Winchester, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Tamms scores 55 compared to 60 for Winchester, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winchester can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Tamms is $663/month compared to $627/month in Winchester — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Winchester has cheaper rent, Tamms actually has lower median home values ($57,200 vs $96,000).

Median household income in Tamms is $41,250 compared to $54,286 in Winchester (-24%). While Winchester is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Tamms spend roughly 19.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Winchester.

Climate-wise, Tamms is notably warmer with an average of 58.1°F compared to 54°F in Winchester. Tamms receives more rainfall at 51" per year compared to 38" in Winchester.