Crete, IL vs Winnebago, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Winnebago is 22.8% cheaper than Crete. With a cost index of 75 vs 92, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Winnebago to Crete should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Crete is $1,283/month compared to $941/month in Winnebago — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Winnebago is more affordable at $180,300 median vs $209,100.

Median household income in Crete is $97,984 compared to $82,813 in Winnebago (+18.3%). The higher salaries in Crete partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Crete spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Winnebago.