Mound City, IL vs Perry, IL

Perry is moderately more affordable than Mound City, with a 11.4% lower cost of living index. Mound City scores 61 compared to 55 for Perry, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Mound City can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Mound City is $783/month compared to $475/month in Perry — a 65% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Perry has cheaper rent, Mound City actually has lower median home values ($43,900 vs $81,700).

Median household income in Mound City is $39,808 compared to $50,625 in Perry (-21.4%). Perry offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Mound City spend roughly 23.6% of their income on rent, more than the 11.3% in Perry.

Climate-wise, Mound City is notably warmer with an average of 58.1°F compared to 53°F in Perry. Mound City receives more rainfall at 51" per year compared to 36.4" in Perry.