Mascoutah, IL vs Melrose Park, IL

Mascoutah, IL and Melrose Park, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Mascoutah scores 89 while Melrose Park scores 94 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 Mascoutah is $1,235/month compared to $1,194/month in Melrose Park — a 3% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Melrose Park has cheaper rent, Mascoutah actually has lower median home values ($226,300 vs $265,000).

Median household income in Mascoutah is $93,902 compared to $64,740 in Melrose Park (+45%). Mascoutah offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mascoutah spend roughly 15.8% of their income on rent, less than the 22.1% in Melrose Park.

Climate-wise, Mascoutah is notably warmer with an average of 57.7°F compared to 51.3°F in Melrose Park. Mascoutah receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 37.9" in Melrose Park.