Viola, IL vs Waltonville, IL

Viola, IL and Waltonville, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Viola scores 62 while Waltonville scores 62 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 Viola is $692/month compared to $688/month in Waltonville — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waltonville is more affordable at $96,100 median vs $114,500.

Median household income in Viola is $67,500 compared to $69,583 in Waltonville (-3%). While Waltonville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Viola spend roughly 12.3% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Waltonville.

Climate-wise, Waltonville is notably warmer with an average of 56.4°F compared to 51.2°F in Viola. Waltonville receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 38.3" in Viola.