Martinton, IL vs Paw Paw, IL

Martinton is moderately more affordable than Paw Paw, with a 8.2% lower cost of living index. Martinton scores 66 compared to 72 for Paw Paw, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Paw Paw can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Martinton is $763/month compared to $847/month in Paw Paw — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Martinton is more affordable at $110,500 median vs $151,100.

Median household income in Martinton is $86,000 compared to $63,833 in Paw Paw (+34.7%). Martinton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Martinton spend roughly 10.6% of their income on rent, less than the 15.9% in Paw Paw.

Climate-wise, Martinton is notably warmer with an average of 52.3°F compared to 47.8°F in Paw Paw. Martinton receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 37.4" in Paw Paw.