Canton, IL vs Quincy, IL

Canton is moderately more affordable than Quincy, with a 5% lower cost of living index. Canton scores 67 compared to 71 for Quincy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Quincy can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Canton is $814/month compared to $824/month in Quincy — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Canton is more affordable at $106,900 median vs $146,100.

Median household income in Canton is $54,881 compared to $56,372 in Quincy (-2.6%). The higher salaries in Quincy partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Canton spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Quincy.