Manhattan, IL vs North Chicago, IL

North Chicago is moderately more affordable than Manhattan, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Manhattan scores 99 compared to 90 for North Chicago, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Manhattan can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Manhattan is $1,220/month compared to $1,392/month in North Chicago — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Manhattan has cheaper rent, North Chicago actually has lower median home values ($147,800 vs $314,400).

Median household income in Manhattan is $128,375 compared to $56,815 in North Chicago (+126%). While Manhattan is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Manhattan spend roughly 11.4% of their income on rent, less than the 29.4% in North Chicago.

Climate-wise, Manhattan is notably warmer with an average of 52.1°F compared to 48.3°F in North Chicago. North Chicago receives more rainfall at 35.3" per year compared to 34.4" in Manhattan.