Columbia, Missouri vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 23.3% cheaper than Columbia, Missouri.

You would need a salary of $46,036 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, Missouri.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Columbia, Missouri
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
60% cheaper in Akron
than in Columbia, Missouri
Columbia, MO vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Columbia, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  23.3% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  63.5% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.0% lower
  Commute
  8.8% higher
  Health
  30.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  7.7% lower