Elmhurst, IL vs Lemont, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Lemont is 24.9% cheaper than Elmhurst. With a cost index of 109 vs 136, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Lemont to Elmhurst should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Elmhurst is $1,877/month compared to $1,211/month in Lemont — a 55% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lemont is more affordable at $447,800 median vs $532,800.

Median household income in Elmhurst is $145,374 compared to $126,100 in Lemont (+15.3%). The higher salaries in Elmhurst partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Elmhurst spend roughly 15.5% of their income on rent, more than the 11.5% in Lemont.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.3°F vs 52.1°F). Elmhurst receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 34.4" in Lemont.