Costa Mesa, California vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 61.2% cheaper than Costa Mesa, California.

You would need a salary of $19,376 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Costa Mesa, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Costa Mesa, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
90% cheaper in Akron
than in Costa Mesa, California
Costa Mesa, CA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Costa Mesa, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  61.2% 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
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  91.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.1% higher
  Commute
  24.7% lower
  Health
  6.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.1% lower