Waverly, IL vs Williamsfield, IL

Williamsfield is moderately more affordable than Waverly, with a 7.7% lower cost of living index. Waverly scores 63 compared to 58 for Williamsfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Waverly can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Waverly is $753/month compared to $625/month in Williamsfield — a 21% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Williamsfield has cheaper rent, Waverly actually has lower median home values ($97,600 vs $98,100).

Median household income in Waverly is $55,882 compared to $75,208 in Williamsfield (-25.7%). Williamsfield offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Waverly spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, more than the 10% in Williamsfield.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 52.7°F). Waverly receives more rainfall at 38" per year compared to 37.6" in Williamsfield.