Athens, OH Cost of Living


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Athens cost of living score
76.5
Less expensive
23.5% lower
than the US average
7.5% lower
than the Ohio average
Athens, Ohio gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 76.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 23.5% lower than the U.S. average and 7.5% higher than the average for Ohio.

Athens, OH

Housing costs in Athens?
A typical home costs $203,800, which is 39.7% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.5% more expensive than the average Ohio home, at $197,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Athens costs $850 per month, which is 40.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.3% cheaper than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Athens?
To live comfortably in Athens, Ohio, a minimum annual income of $38,880 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Athens?
The cost of living in Athens, OH is generally considered to be quite affordable. According to the Ohio Department of Development, the cost of living index for Athens is at 84.5, which is significantly lower than the national average index at 100. Housing costs are particularly low, with most people spending between 30 and 40 percent of their income on housing-related expenses. Additionally, transportation expenses are also below the national level due to many people commuting by bicycle or walking to work. Other necessities such as groceries, utilities and health care costs are all reasonably priced compared to nearby cities. All in all, Athens offers a very reasonable cost of living that makes it an attractive place for those looking for affordable living arrangements.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesAthensOhioUnited States
  76.582.7100.0
  10496.1100
  89.988.7100.0
  66.861.6100.0
  $203,800$197,000$338,100
  104.8%100.0%100.0%
  59.583.9100.0
  92.789.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 14 years ago

great place to live. small town feel with alot of what a bigger town has to  More

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Over 17 years ago

Virtually no crime in  More

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