Algonquin, IL vs Campton Hills, IL

Algonquin, IL and Campton Hills, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.2% difference in their overall index. Algonquin scores 117 while Campton Hills scores 121 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 Algonquin is $1,800/month compared to $1,424/month in Campton Hills — a 26% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Campton Hills has cheaper rent, Algonquin actually has lower median home values ($324,000 vs $510,100).

Median household income in Algonquin is $131,753 compared to $192,727 in Campton Hills (-31.6%). While Campton Hills is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Algonquin spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 8.9% in Campton Hills.