Carlock, IL vs Rome, IL

Rome is moderately more affordable than Carlock, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Carlock scores 82 compared to 77 for Rome, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Carlock can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Carlock is $1,318/month compared to $1,107/month in Rome — a 19% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rome has cheaper rent, Carlock actually has lower median home values ($132,500 vs $155,700).

Median household income in Carlock is $78,125 compared to $95,263 in Rome (-18%). Rome offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Carlock spend roughly 20.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Rome.