Sterling, Ohio vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 18.2% cheaper than Sterling, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,372 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Sterling, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Sterling, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Akron
than in Sterling, Ohio
Sterling, OH vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Sterling, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  18.2% 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
  4.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  58.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% lower
  Commute
  17.9% higher
  Health
  14.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.4% lower