Arlington Heights, IL vs Gurnee, IL

Gurnee is moderately more affordable than Arlington Heights, with a 8.9% lower cost of living index. Arlington Heights scores 121 compared to 111 for Gurnee, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arlington Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arlington Heights is $1,727/month compared to $1,594/month in Gurnee — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Gurnee is more affordable at $331,100 median vs $403,200.

Median household income in Arlington Heights is $118,532 compared to $121,410 in Gurnee (-2.4%). Gurnee offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington Heights spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 15.8% in Gurnee.