Crete, IL vs Homer Glen, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Crete is 24.3% cheaper than Homer Glen. With a cost index of 92 vs 121, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Crete to Homer Glen should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Crete is $1,283/month compared to $1,737/month in Homer Glen — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crete is more affordable at $209,100 median vs $400,000.

Median household income in Crete is $97,984 compared to $128,546 in Homer Glen (-23.8%). The higher salaries in Homer Glen partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Crete spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 16.2% in Homer Glen.