Catlin, IL vs Niantic, IL

Catlin, IL and Niantic, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.8% difference in their overall index. Catlin scores 72 while Niantic scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Catlin is $936/month compared to $1,000/month in Niantic — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Catlin has cheaper rent, Niantic actually has lower median home values ($111,700 vs $119,600).

Median household income in Catlin is $67,344 compared to $64,009 in Niantic (+5.2%). While Catlin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Catlin spend roughly 16.7% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Niantic.