Carlyle, IL vs Royalton, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Royalton is 19% cheaper than Carlyle. With a cost index of 65 vs 78, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Royalton to Carlyle should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Carlyle is $1,051/month compared to $901/month in Royalton — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Royalton is more affordable at $51,900 median vs $151,900.

Median household income in Carlyle is $67,083 compared to $49,625 in Royalton (+35.2%). While Carlyle is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Carlyle spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Royalton.