Arlington Heights, IL vs Vernon Hills, IL

Arlington Heights, IL and Vernon Hills, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Arlington Heights scores 121 while Vernon Hills scores 124 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 Arlington Heights is $1,727/month compared to $1,855/month in Vernon Hills — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Arlington Heights has cheaper rent, Vernon Hills actually has lower median home values ($384,800 vs $403,200).

Median household income in Arlington Heights is $118,532 compared to $120,625 in Vernon Hills (-1.7%). The higher salaries in Vernon Hills partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington Heights spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Vernon Hills.