Raleigh, IL vs Scottville, IL

Scottville is moderately more affordable than Raleigh, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Raleigh scores 60 compared to 56 for Scottville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Raleigh can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Raleigh is $675/month compared to $450/month in Scottville — a 50% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Scottville has cheaper rent, Raleigh actually has lower median home values ($70,600 vs $110,200).

Median household income in Raleigh is $52,083 compared to $63,500 in Scottville (-18%). Scottville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Raleigh spend roughly 15.6% of their income on rent, more than the 8.5% in Scottville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (56.4°F vs 54°F). Raleigh receives more rainfall at 44" per year compared to 38" in Scottville.