Collinsville, IL vs Rockton, IL

Collinsville, IL and Rockton, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.1% difference in their overall index. Collinsville scores 76 while Rockton scores 76 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 Collinsville is $979/month compared to $864/month in Rockton — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Rockton has cheaper rent, Collinsville actually has lower median home values ($157,700 vs $222,100).

Median household income in Collinsville is $65,170 compared to $109,333 in Rockton (-40.4%). While Rockton 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 9.5% in Rockton.