Fulton, IL vs Marine, IL

Fulton, IL and Marine, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.9% difference in their overall index. Fulton scores 73 while Marine scores 73 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 Fulton is $956/month compared to $880/month in Marine — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Marine has cheaper rent, Fulton actually has lower median home values ($124,400 vs $165,100).

Median household income in Fulton is $42,452 compared to $76,304 in Marine (-44.4%). While Marine is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fulton spend roughly 27% of their income on rent, more than the 13.8% in Marine.

Climate-wise, Marine is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 49.9°F in Fulton. Marine receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 36.2" in Fulton.