Alsey, IL vs Patoka, IL

Alsey, IL and Patoka, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.7% difference in their overall index. Alsey scores 64 while Patoka scores 64 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 Alsey is $850/month compared to $811/month in Patoka — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Patoka has cheaper rent, Alsey actually has lower median home values ($53,000 vs $77,500).

Median household income in Alsey is $48,750 compared to $62,344 in Patoka (-21.8%). While Patoka is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alsey spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.6% in Patoka.