Bloomington, IL vs Glen Ellyn, IL

The cost of living difference between Bloomington, IL and Glen Ellyn, IL is dramatic. Bloomington is 33.6% cheaper than Glen Ellyn, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Bloomington has a cost index of 79 while Glen Ellyn sits at 119, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Bloomington is $1,004/month compared to $1,326/month in Glen Ellyn — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bloomington is more affordable at $198,800 median vs $522,600.

Median household income in Bloomington is $75,449 compared to $133,346 in Glen Ellyn (-43.4%). While Glen Ellyn is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bloomington spend roughly 16% of their income on rent, more than the 11.9% in Glen Ellyn.