Bartlett, IL vs Evanston, IL

Bartlett, IL and Evanston, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.1% difference in their overall index. Bartlett scores 121 while Evanston scores 126 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 Bartlett is $1,857/month compared to $1,698/month in Evanston — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Evanston has cheaper rent, Bartlett actually has lower median home values ($350,500 vs $472,300).

Median household income in Bartlett is $130,479 compared to $95,766 in Evanston (+36.2%). Bartlett offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Bartlett spend roughly 17.1% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Evanston.