Boulder Hill, IL vs West Chicago, IL

West Chicago is moderately more affordable than Boulder Hill, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Boulder Hill scores 108 compared to 103 for West Chicago, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Boulder Hill can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Boulder Hill is $1,759/month compared to $1,376/month in West Chicago — a 28% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while West Chicago has cheaper rent, Boulder Hill actually has lower median home values ($233,100 vs $306,500).

Median household income in Boulder Hill is $76,935 compared to $100,568 in West Chicago (-23.5%). West Chicago offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Boulder Hill spend roughly 27.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.4% in West Chicago.