Glen Ellyn, IL vs Mahomet, IL

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Mahomet is 28.9% cheaper than Glen Ellyn. With a cost index of 92 vs 119, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Mahomet to Glen Ellyn should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Glen Ellyn is $1,326/month compared to $1,202/month in Mahomet — a 10% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Mahomet is more affordable at $293,200 median vs $522,600.

Median household income in Glen Ellyn is $133,346 compared to $114,904 in Mahomet (+16%). The higher salaries in Glen Ellyn partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Glen Ellyn spend roughly 11.9% of their income on rent, less than the 12.6% in Mahomet.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (49.7°F vs 51.1°F). Mahomet receives more rainfall at 39.6" per year compared to 33.2" in Glen Ellyn.