Waverly, IL vs Wilsonville, IL

Waverly is moderately more affordable than Wilsonville, with a 6.5% lower cost of living index. Waverly scores 63 compared to 67 for Wilsonville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilsonville 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 $878/month in Wilsonville — a 14% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Waverly has cheaper rent, Wilsonville actually has lower median home values ($86,000 vs $97,600).

Median household income in Waverly is $55,882 compared to $49,038 in Wilsonville (+14%). Waverly 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, less than the 21.5% in Wilsonville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (54°F vs 56.1°F). Wilsonville receives more rainfall at 39.4" per year compared to 38" in Waverly.