Galveston, Texas vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 26.5% cheaper than Galveston, Texas.

You would need a salary of $36,766 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Galveston, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Galveston, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
69% cheaper in Akron
than in Galveston, Texas
Galveston, TX vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Galveston, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.5% 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
  4.6% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  67.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.4% higher
  Commute
  3.2% higher
  Health
  10.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.3% lower