Auburn, IL vs Grayville, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Grayville is 16.7% cheaper than Auburn. With a cost index of 61 vs 71, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Grayville to Auburn should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Auburn is $911/month compared to $700/month in Grayville — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Grayville is more affordable at $76,000 median vs $145,400.

Median household income in Auburn is $79,475 compared to $47,308 in Grayville (+68%). While Auburn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Auburn spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 17.8% in Grayville.