Urbandale, Iowa vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 24.5% cheaper than Urbandale, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $37,774 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Urbandale, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Urbandale, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% cheaper in Akron
than in Urbandale, Iowa
Urbandale, IA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Urbandale, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  24.5% 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
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.3% higher
  Commute
  10.2% higher
  Health
  14.8% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.0% higher