Champaign, IL vs Mundelein, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Champaign is 23.6% cheaper than Mundelein. With a cost index of 82 vs 107, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Champaign to Mundelein should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Champaign is $1,103/month compared to $1,564/month in Mundelein — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Champaign is more affordable at $199,700 median vs $285,600.

Median household income in Champaign is $57,544 compared to $107,608 in Mundelein (-46.5%). While Mundelein is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Champaign spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in Mundelein.