Chicago Heights, IL vs Lynwood, IL

Chicago Heights is moderately more affordable than Lynwood, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Chicago Heights scores 80 compared to 88 for Lynwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Lynwood 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 $1,151/month in Lynwood — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Chicago Heights is more affordable at $149,900 median vs $213,700.

Median household income in Chicago Heights is $57,479 compared to $76,619 in Lynwood (-25%). While Lynwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chicago Heights spend roughly 21.6% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Lynwood.