Collinsville, IL vs Crete, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Collinsville is 17.5% cheaper than Crete. With a cost index of 76 vs 92, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Collinsville to Crete should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Collinsville is $979/month compared to $1,283/month in Crete — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Collinsville is more affordable at $157,700 median vs $209,100.

Median household income in Collinsville is $65,170 compared to $97,984 in Crete (-33.5%). While Crete is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Collinsville spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 15.7% in Crete.