Thompsonville, IL vs Walnut, IL

Thompsonville, IL and Walnut, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.7% difference in their overall index. Thompsonville scores 62 while Walnut scores 59 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 Thompsonville is $708/month compared to $591/month in Walnut — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Walnut has cheaper rent, Thompsonville actually has lower median home values ($85,700 vs $94,700).

Median household income in Thompsonville is $46,023 compared to $62,019 in Walnut (-25.8%). Walnut offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Thompsonville spend roughly 18.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.4% in Walnut.

Climate-wise, Thompsonville is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 47.8°F in Walnut. Thompsonville receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 37.4" in Walnut.