Brookfield, IL vs Oak Lawn, IL

Brookfield, IL and Oak Lawn, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.4% difference in their overall index. Brookfield scores 102 while Oak Lawn scores 98 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 Brookfield is $1,328/month compared to $1,310/month in Oak Lawn — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Oak Lawn is more affordable at $267,900 median vs $314,000.

Median household income in Brookfield is $108,429 compared to $82,493 in Oak Lawn (+31.4%). While Brookfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Brookfield spend roughly 14.7% of their income on rent, less than the 19.1% in Oak Lawn.