Berwyn, IL vs Homer Glen, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Berwyn is 21.8% cheaper than Homer Glen. With a cost index of 95 vs 121, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Berwyn to Homer Glen should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Berwyn is $1,175/month compared to $1,737/month in Homer Glen — a 32% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Berwyn is more affordable at $286,000 median vs $400,000.

Median household income in Berwyn is $75,235 compared to $128,546 in Homer Glen (-41.5%). While Homer Glen is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Berwyn spend roughly 18.7% of their income on rent, more than the 16.2% in Homer Glen.