Fairview Heights, IL vs Lombard, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fairview Heights is 29.9% cheaper than Lombard. With a cost index of 83 vs 118, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fairview Heights to Lombard should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairview Heights is $1,177/month compared to $1,834/month in Lombard — a 36% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fairview Heights is more affordable at $166,800 median vs $321,200.

Median household income in Fairview Heights is $77,960 compared to $97,253 in Lombard (-19.8%). The higher salaries in Lombard partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairview Heights spend roughly 18.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.6% in Lombard.

Climate-wise, Fairview Heights is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 51.3°F in Lombard. Fairview Heights receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 37.9" in Lombard.