Washington, IL vs Wilmington, IL

Washington, IL and Wilmington, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.2% difference in their overall index. Washington scores 82 while Wilmington scores 81 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 Washington is $1,087/month compared to $897/month in Wilmington — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilmington is more affordable at $216,400 median vs $216,700.

Median household income in Washington is $91,360 compared to $63,514 in Wilmington (+43.8%). While Washington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Washington spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, less than the 16.9% in Wilmington.

Climate-wise, Washington is notably warmer with an average of 52.7°F compared to 49.4°F in Wilmington. Washington receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 33.8" in Wilmington.