Akron, Ohio vs. Monroe, North Carolina

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Monroe, North Carolina is 37.0% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $68,505 in Monroe, North Carolina to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Monroe, North Carolina is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
173% more expensive in Monroe
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Monroe, NC
Compared to Akron, Monroe is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  37.0% 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
  3.7% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  170.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.9% higher
  Commute
  18.9% higher
  Health
  11.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.7% higher