Seattle, Washington vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 58.9% cheaper than Seattle, Washington.

You would need a salary of $174,508 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Seattle, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Seattle, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% cheaper in Akron
than in Seattle, Washington
Seattle, WA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Seattle, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  58.9% 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
  14.0% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  90.7% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  34.2% higher
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  1.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  23.7% lower