Clayton, AL vs Mignon, AL

Mignon is moderately more affordable than Clayton, with a 6.6% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 60 compared to 56 for Mignon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clayton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $753/month compared to $721/month in Mignon — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mignon is more affordable at $38,100 median vs $82,100.

Median household income in Clayton is $32,625 compared to $33,217 in Mignon (-1.8%). Mignon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clayton spend roughly 27.7% of their income on rent, more than the 26% in Mignon.

Climate-wise, Clayton is notably warmer with an average of 66.8°F compared to 62.3°F in Mignon. Clayton receives more rainfall at 53.3" per year compared to 52.2" in Mignon.