Atlanta, IL vs Colona, IL

Atlanta, IL and Colona, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Atlanta scores 67 while Colona scores 70 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 Atlanta is $823/month compared to $881/month in Colona — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Atlanta is more affordable at $123,400 median vs $152,100.

Median household income in Atlanta is $64,091 compared to $76,558 in Colona (-16.3%). While Colona is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Atlanta spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Colona.