South Bend, Indiana vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 8.1% cheaper than South Bend, Indiana.

You would need a salary of $49,608 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in South Bend, Indiana.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than South Bend, Indiana
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
34% cheaper in Akron
than in South Bend, Indiana
South Bend, IN vs. Akron, OH
Compared to South Bend, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.1% 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
  4.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.0% higher
  Commute
  4.0% higher
  Health
  6.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% lower