Metropolis, Illinois vs. Athens, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 14.2% more expensive than Metropolis, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $57,122 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Metropolis, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is more expensive than Metropolis, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
140% more expensive in Athens
than in Metropolis, Illinois
Metropolis, IL vs. Athens, OH
Compared to Metropolis, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.2% 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
  12.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  212.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.1% higher
  Commute
  13.6% lower
  Health
  29.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.8% lower