Hampshire, IL vs Homer Glen, IL

Homer Glen is moderately more affordable than Hampshire, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Hampshire scores 133 compared to 121 for Homer Glen, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hampshire can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hampshire is $2,356/month compared to $1,737/month in Homer Glen — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Homer Glen has cheaper rent, Hampshire actually has lower median home values ($316,200 vs $400,000).

Median household income in Hampshire is $107,774 compared to $128,546 in Homer Glen (-16.2%). Homer Glen offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hampshire spend roughly 26.2% 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 Hampshire.