Glen Carbon, IL vs Wheeling, IL

Glen Carbon is moderately more affordable than Wheeling, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Glen Carbon scores 89 compared to 104 for Wheeling, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wheeling can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glen Carbon is $1,088/month compared to $1,578/month in Wheeling — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glen Carbon has cheaper rent, Wheeling actually has lower median home values ($244,600 vs $278,200).

Median household income in Glen Carbon is $92,434 compared to $83,251 in Wheeling (+11%). Glen Carbon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glen Carbon spend roughly 14.1% of their income on rent, less than the 22.7% in Wheeling.

Climate-wise, Glen Carbon is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 50.8°F in Wheeling. Glen Carbon receives more rainfall at 40.8" per year compared to 32.3" in Wheeling.