Berwyn, IL vs Matteson, IL

Berwyn, IL and Matteson, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.7% difference in their overall index. Berwyn scores 95 while Matteson scores 99 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 Berwyn is $1,175/month compared to $1,390/month in Matteson — a 16% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Berwyn has cheaper rent, Matteson actually has lower median home values ($251,400 vs $286,000).

Median household income in Berwyn is $75,235 compared to $98,617 in Matteson (-23.7%). While Matteson 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 16.9% in Matteson.