Crete, IL vs Elmwood Park, IL

Crete is moderately more affordable than Elmwood Park, with a 9.7% lower cost of living index. Crete scores 92 compared to 102 for Elmwood Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elmwood Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crete is $1,283/month compared to $1,295/month in Elmwood Park — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crete is more affordable at $209,100 median vs $325,000.

Median household income in Crete is $97,984 compared to $84,121 in Elmwood Park (+16.5%). Crete offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crete spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 18.5% in Elmwood Park.