Colfax, IL vs Pawnee, IL

Colfax, IL and Pawnee, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.6% difference in their overall index. Colfax scores 68 while Pawnee 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 Colfax is $850/month compared to $852/month in Pawnee — a 0% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Colfax is more affordable at $123,000 median vs $151,100.

Median household income in Colfax is $71,528 compared to $77,977 in Pawnee (-8.3%). While Pawnee is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Colfax spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Pawnee.