Dix, IL vs Manito, IL

Dix is moderately more affordable than Manito, with a 13.4% lower cost of living index. Dix scores 55 compared to 64 for Manito, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Manito can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dix is $459/month compared to $757/month in Manito — a 39% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dix is more affordable at $93,000 median vs $117,500.

Median household income in Dix is $28,750 compared to $67,772 in Manito (-57.6%). While Manito is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dix spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Manito.