Champaign, Illinois vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 13.0% cheaper than Champaign, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $121,793 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Champaign, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Champaign, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% cheaper in Akron
than in Champaign, Illinois
Champaign, IL vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Champaign, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  13.0% lower
      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
  1.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  52.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.9% lower
  Commute
  15.7% higher
  Health
  21.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.6% lower