East Alton, IL vs Port Byron, IL

East Alton, IL and Port Byron, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.6% difference in their overall index. East Alton scores 66 while Port Byron scores 68 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 East Alton is $819/month compared to $513/month in Port Byron — a 60% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Port Byron has cheaper rent, East Alton actually has lower median home values ($99,600 vs $259,300).

Median household income in East Alton is $46,926 compared to $101,250 in Port Byron (-53.7%). While Port Byron is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of East Alton spend roughly 20.9% of their income on rent, more than the 6.1% in Port Byron.