Harwood Heights, IL vs Zion, IL

Zion is moderately more affordable than Harwood Heights, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Harwood Heights scores 97 compared to 85 for Zion, 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 $1,139/month in Zion — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Zion is more affordable at $179,100 median vs $316,400.

Median household income in Harwood Heights is $79,651 compared to $62,574 in Zion (+27.3%). While Harwood Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Harwood Heights spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Zion.