Lombard, IL vs Schaumburg, IL

Lombard, IL and Schaumburg, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.2% difference in their overall index. Lombard scores 118 while Schaumburg scores 115 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lombard is $1,834/month compared to $1,774/month in Schaumburg — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Schaumburg is more affordable at $312,200 median vs $321,200.

Median household income in Lombard is $97,253 compared to $94,690 in Schaumburg (+2.7%). While Lombard is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Lombard spend roughly 22.6% of their income on rent, more than the 22.5% in Schaumburg.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.3°F vs 51.3°F). Schaumburg receives more rainfall at 37.9" per year compared to 37.9" in Lombard.