Coulterville, IL vs Elmwood, IL

Coulterville, IL and Elmwood, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2% difference in their overall index. Coulterville scores 65 while Elmwood scores 66 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 Coulterville is $819/month compared to $761/month in Elmwood — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Elmwood has cheaper rent, Coulterville actually has lower median home values ($76,100 vs $144,600).

Median household income in Coulterville is $57,813 compared to $87,644 in Elmwood (-34%). While Elmwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Coulterville spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, more than the 10.4% in Elmwood.