Akron, Ohio vs. Lakewood, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lakewood, Ohio is 32.7% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $66,328 in Lakewood, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lakewood, Ohio is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
132% more expensive in Lakewood
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Lakewood, OH
Compared to Akron, Lakewood is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  32.7% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  175.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.9% higher
  Commute
  8.6% higher
  Health
  5.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.5% higher