Tampico, IL vs Washington Park, IL

Tampico, IL and Washington Park, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.4% difference in their overall index. Tampico scores 65 while Washington Park scores 63 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 Tampico is $893/month compared to $875/month in Washington Park — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Washington Park is more affordable at $43,200 median vs $87,700.

Median household income in Tampico is $58,281 compared to $42,008 in Washington Park (+38.7%). While Tampico is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Tampico spend roughly 18.4% of their income on rent, less than the 25% in Washington Park.

Climate-wise, Washington Park is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 51.2°F in Tampico. Washington Park receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 38.3" in Tampico.