Cuba, IL vs Ellis Grove, IL

Ellis Grove is moderately more affordable than Cuba, with a 5.3% lower cost of living index. Cuba scores 65 compared to 62 for Ellis Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cuba can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cuba is $881/month compared to $725/month in Ellis Grove — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ellis Grove has cheaper rent, Cuba actually has lower median home values ($61,900 vs $79,500).

Median household income in Cuba is $41,250 compared to $68,750 in Ellis Grove (-40%). Ellis Grove offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cuba spend roughly 25.6% of their income on rent, more than the 12.7% in Ellis Grove.