Akron, Ohio vs. Morgantown, West Virginia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Morgantown, West Virginia is 31.1% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $65,530 in Morgantown, West Virginia to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Morgantown, West Virginia is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
143% more expensive in Morgantown
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Morgantown, WV
Compared to Akron, Morgantown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  31.1% 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
  8.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  183.3% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.3% lower
  Commute
  4.4% lower
  Health
  44.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.9% higher