Harwood Heights, IL vs Woodstock, IL

Woodstock is moderately more affordable than Harwood Heights, with a 7.5% lower cost of living index. Harwood Heights scores 97 compared to 90 for Woodstock, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Harwood Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Harwood Heights is $1,166/month compared to $1,174/month in Woodstock — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Harwood Heights has cheaper rent, Woodstock actually has lower median home values ($231,100 vs $316,400).

Median household income in Harwood Heights is $79,651 compared to $83,293 in Woodstock (-4.4%). Woodstock offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Harwood Heights spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Woodstock.