Cortland, IL vs Hazel Crest, IL

Cortland, IL and Hazel Crest, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.3% difference in their overall index. Cortland scores 96 while Hazel Crest scores 94 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 Cortland is $1,420/month compared to $1,439/month in Hazel Crest — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Cortland has cheaper rent, Hazel Crest actually has lower median home values ($181,400 vs $203,700).

Median household income in Cortland is $82,750 compared to $62,773 in Hazel Crest (+31.8%). While Cortland is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Cortland spend roughly 20.6% of their income on rent, less than the 27.5% in Hazel Crest.