Percy, IL vs Xenia, IL

Xenia is moderately more affordable than Percy, with a 5.9% lower cost of living index. Percy scores 63 compared to 59 for Xenia, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Percy can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Percy is $714/month compared to $625/month in Xenia — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Xenia is more affordable at $79,200 median vs $88,500.

Median household income in Percy is $42,813 compared to $44,107 in Xenia (-2.9%). Xenia offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Percy spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 17% in Xenia.