Bolingbrook, IL vs Oswego, IL

Bolingbrook, IL and Oswego, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Bolingbrook scores 112 while Oswego scores 117 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 Bolingbrook is $1,718/month compared to $1,823/month in Oswego — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Bolingbrook is more affordable at $295,500 median vs $319,000.

Median household income in Bolingbrook is $107,552 compared to $119,881 in Oswego (-10.3%). While Oswego is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Bolingbrook spend roughly 19.2% of their income on rent, more than the 18.2% in Oswego.