Chicago Heights, IL vs LaSalle, IL

LaSalle is moderately more affordable than Chicago Heights, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Chicago Heights scores 80 compared to 73 for LaSalle, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chicago Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chicago Heights is $1,035/month compared to $1,011/month in LaSalle — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: LaSalle is more affordable at $109,500 median vs $149,900.

Median household income in Chicago Heights is $57,479 compared to $54,246 in LaSalle (+6%). The higher salaries in Chicago Heights partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Chicago Heights spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in LaSalle.