Akron, Ohio vs. Urbana, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Urbana, Illinois is 12.8% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $67,663 in Urbana, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Urbana, Illinois is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
50% more expensive in Urbana
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Urbana, IL
Compared to Akron, Urbana is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.8% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  82.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.2% higher
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  27.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher