Alhambra, IL vs Maroa, IL

Maroa is moderately more affordable than Alhambra, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Alhambra scores 70 compared to 65 for Maroa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alhambra can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alhambra is $788/month compared to $794/month in Maroa — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Alhambra has cheaper rent, Maroa actually has lower median home values ($128,200 vs $154,300).

Median household income in Alhambra is $68,500 compared to $72,500 in Maroa (-5.5%). Maroa offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Alhambra spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Maroa.