Deerfield, IL vs Orland Hills, IL

The cost of living difference between Deerfield, IL and Orland Hills, IL is dramatic. Orland Hills is 58.4% cheaper than Deerfield, a gap that translates to thousands of dollars per year in household expenses. Deerfield has a cost index of 157 while Orland Hills sits at 99, making this one of the more striking comparisons on our site. Relocating between these cities would require a serious reassessment of budget and lifestyle expectations.

On the housing front, median rent in Deerfield is $2,345/month compared to $1,373/month in Orland Hills — a 71% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Orland Hills is more affordable at $262,600 median vs $608,600.

Median household income in Deerfield is $189,705 compared to $118,281 in Orland Hills (+60.4%). While Deerfield is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Deerfield spend roughly 14.8% of their income on rent, more than the 13.9% in Orland Hills.