Walnut Creek, California vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 65.2% cheaper than Walnut Creek, California.

You would need a salary of $71,408 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Walnut Creek, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Walnut Creek, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
89% cheaper in Akron
than in Walnut Creek, California
Walnut Creek, CA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Walnut Creek, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  65.2% 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
  16.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  92.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  10.0% lower
  Commute
  37.0% lower
  Health
  28.0% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  17.1% lower