Marietta, Ohio vs. Athens, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 2.7% more expensive than Marietta, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $92,445 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Marietta, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is more expensive than Marietta, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
15% more expensive in Athens
than in Marietta, Ohio
Marietta, OH vs. Athens, OH
Compared to Marietta, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.7% 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
  4.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  43.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.1% lower
  Commute
  1.8% lower
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower