Clarendon Hills, IL vs Homer Glen, IL

Clarendon Hills, IL and Homer Glen, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.1% difference in their overall index. Clarendon Hills scores 119 while Homer Glen scores 121 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 Clarendon Hills is $1,124/month compared to $1,737/month in Homer Glen — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clarendon Hills has cheaper rent, Homer Glen actually has lower median home values ($400,000 vs $595,500).

Median household income in Clarendon Hills is $125,826 compared to $128,546 in Homer Glen (-2.1%). The higher salaries in Homer Glen partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarendon Hills spend roughly 10.7% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Homer Glen.