Pistakee Highlands, IL vs Willowbrook, IL

Pistakee Highlands is moderately more affordable than Willowbrook, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Pistakee Highlands scores 109 compared to 117 for Willowbrook, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Willowbrook can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Pistakee Highlands is $1,864/month compared to $1,691/month in Willowbrook — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Willowbrook has cheaper rent, Pistakee Highlands actually has lower median home values ($198,700 vs $367,000).

Median household income in Pistakee Highlands is $92,304 compared to $97,861 in Willowbrook (-5.7%). The higher salaries in Willowbrook partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Pistakee Highlands spend roughly 24.2% of their income on rent, more than the 20.7% in Willowbrook.

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