Preston Heights, IL vs Winthrop Harbor, IL

Preston Heights is moderately more affordable than Winthrop Harbor, with a 9.5% lower cost of living index. Preston Heights scores 85 compared to 94 for Winthrop Harbor, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Winthrop Harbor can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Preston Heights is $1,232/month compared to $1,262/month in Winthrop Harbor — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Preston Heights is more affordable at $141,400 median vs $238,800.

Median household income in Preston Heights is $51,970 compared to $94,221 in Winthrop Harbor (-44.8%). While Winthrop Harbor is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Preston Heights spend roughly 28.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.1% in Winthrop Harbor.

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