Alto Pass, IL vs Central City, IL

Alto Pass, IL and Central City, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.4% difference in their overall index. Alto Pass scores 65 while Central City 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 Alto Pass is $756/month compared to $888/month in Central City — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Alto Pass has cheaper rent, Central City actually has lower median home values ($43,900 vs $106,800).

Median household income in Alto Pass is $59,583 compared to $47,750 in Central City (+24.8%). While Alto Pass is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Alto Pass spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.3% in Central City.