Cutler, IL vs Percy, IL

Percy is moderately more affordable than Cutler, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Cutler scores 70 compared to 63 for Percy, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cutler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cutler is $1,042/month compared to $714/month in Percy — a 46% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Percy has cheaper rent, Cutler actually has lower median home values ($58,800 vs $88,500).

Median household income in Cutler is $45,417 compared to $42,813 in Percy (+6.1%). The higher salaries in Cutler partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Cutler spend roughly 27.5% of their income on rent, more than the 20% in Percy.