Gilberts, IL vs Homer Glen, IL

Gilberts, IL and Homer Glen, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.9% difference in their overall index. Gilberts scores 119 while Homer Glen scores 121 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Gilberts is $1,852/month compared to $1,737/month in Homer Glen — a 7% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Homer Glen has cheaper rent, Gilberts actually has lower median home values ($330,100 vs $400,000).

Median household income in Gilberts is $119,719 compared to $128,546 in Homer Glen (-6.9%). While Homer Glen is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Gilberts spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16.2% in Homer Glen.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.7°F vs 52.1°F). Homer Glen receives more rainfall at 34.4" per year compared to 33.2" in Gilberts.