Crestwood, IL vs Forsyth, IL

Crestwood, IL and Forsyth, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0% difference in their overall index. Crestwood scores 91 while Forsyth scores 91 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 Crestwood is $1,300/month compared to $1,207/month in Forsyth — a 8% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Forsyth has cheaper rent, Crestwood actually has lower median home values ($187,700 vs $289,800).

Median household income in Crestwood is $68,686 compared to $113,456 in Forsyth (-39.5%). While Forsyth is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Crestwood spend roughly 22.7% of their income on rent, more than the 12.8% in Forsyth.