Clayton, IL vs Washington Park, IL

Clayton is moderately more affordable than Washington Park, with a 7.6% lower cost of living index. Clayton scores 59 compared to 63 for Washington Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Washington Park 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 $875/month in Washington Park — a 34% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clayton has cheaper rent, Washington Park actually has lower median home values ($43,200 vs $90,000).

Median household income in Clayton is $63,438 compared to $42,008 in Washington Park (+51%). 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 25% in Washington Park.