Clayton, IL vs Thawville, IL

Clayton is moderately more affordable than Thawville, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 59 compared to 62 for Thawville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Thawville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clayton is $578/month compared to $753/month in Thawville — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clayton has cheaper rent, Thawville actually has lower median home values ($87,500 vs $90,000).

Median household income in Clayton is $63,438 compared to $41,667 in Thawville (+52.2%). Clayton 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 10.9% of their income on rent, less than the 21.7% in Thawville.