Fairview Heights, IL vs Romeoville, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fairview Heights is 27.1% cheaper than Romeoville. With a cost index of 83 vs 113, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fairview Heights to Romeoville should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairview Heights is $1,177/month compared to $1,892/month in Romeoville — a 38% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fairview Heights is more affordable at $166,800 median vs $245,200.

Median household income in Fairview Heights is $77,960 compared to $100,022 in Romeoville (-22.1%). The higher salaries in Romeoville 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 22.7% in Romeoville.

Climate-wise, Fairview Heights is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 52.1°F in Romeoville. Fairview Heights receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 34.4" in Romeoville.