McLean, IL vs Merrionette Park, IL

McLean is moderately more affordable than Merrionette Park, with a 6% lower cost of living index. McLean scores 80 compared to 85 for Merrionette Park, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Merrionette Park can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in McLean is $1,225/month compared to $1,197/month in Merrionette Park — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Merrionette Park has cheaper rent, McLean actually has lower median home values ($124,700 vs $152,600).

Median household income in McLean is $84,766 compared to $53,623 in Merrionette Park (+58.1%). McLean offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of McLean spend roughly 17.3% of their income on rent, less than the 26.8% in Merrionette Park.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.7°F vs 52.1°F). McLean receives more rainfall at 37.6" per year compared to 34.4" in Merrionette Park.