Orland Park, IL vs South Elgin, IL

Orland Park, IL and South Elgin, IL have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.7% difference in their overall index. Orland Park scores 107 while South Elgin scores 109 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 Orland Park is $1,415/month compared to $1,619/month in South Elgin — a 13% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Orland Park has cheaper rent, South Elgin actually has lower median home values ($296,100 vs $349,400).

Median household income in Orland Park is $98,979 compared to $123,744 in South Elgin (-20%). While South Elgin is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Orland Park spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.7% in South Elgin.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.1°F vs 49.7°F). Orland Park receives more rainfall at 34.4" per year compared to 33.2" in South Elgin.