Baylis, IL vs Irving, IL

Baylis is moderately more affordable than Irving, with a 7.4% lower cost of living index. Baylis scores 48 compared to 52 for Irving, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Irving can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Baylis is $381/month compared to $478/month in Irving — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Baylis is more affordable at $33,800 median vs $44,600.

Median household income in Baylis is $43,438 compared to $46,250 in Irving (-6.1%). The higher salaries in Irving partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Baylis spend roughly 10.5% of their income on rent, less than the 12.4% in Irving.