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United States / Ohio / No Metro Area / Montgomery County / Dayton / Zip Codes
Dayton, OH offers an affordable cost of living compared to many other cities in the US. The average 2 bedroom rent is $920/month, which is significantly lower than the US average of $1,430/month. Furthermore, the Grocery Cost Index is 93 versus 100 in the US. This makes Dayton a great place to live for those looking for affordability without sacrificing desirable amenities. The city offers plenty of local attractions and entertainment opportunities, such as the Riverscape MetroPark, National Museum Of The U.S Air Force and Aullwood Audubon Center & Farm, as well as several shopping centers like The Mall at Fairfield Commons and Union Centre Boulevard Shoppes. Additionally, Dayton boasts major employers such as Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and St Johns Riverside Hospital. With its wide selection of companies and attractions, Dayton offers something for everyone at an affordable price point.

Dayton has an unemployment rate of 6.8%. The US average is 6.0%.

Dayton has seen the job market increase by 0.7% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 27.6%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Dayton
- The Sales Tax Rate for Dayton is 7.3%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Dayton is 5.7%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Dayton
- The average income of a Dayton resident is $16,673 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Dayton resident is $37,536 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyDayton, OhioUnited States
  6.86
  -4.4%-6.2%
  27.6%33.5%
  7.5%6.2%
  5.7%4.6%
  $22,566$37,638
  $37,536$69,021
  $46,352$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  0.2%1.2%
  0.3%0.5%
  3.9%6.8%
  13.2%10.0%
  2.1%2.5%
  10.1%11.0%
  6.0%4.8%
  0.8%0.8%
  1.6%1.9%
  4.2%4.7%
  2.1%1.9%
  5.0%7.6%
  0.1%0.1%
  5.1%4.2%
  8.6%9.3%
  16.7%14.0%
  2.2%2.1%
  9.5%7.0%
  4.3%4.8%
  4.2%4.7%
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Over 1 years ago

I've lived in Dayton Ohio for over 7 years. I live in a historic district within a short walk to Oregon district and down town. The summer concert series at Levitt  More

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Over 6 years ago

Spent years assigned at WPAFB (in Mar 90 - Aug 95') and lived in Oakwood for 5 years. We loved it and have nothing negative to say. Locals were friendly and interested  More

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I spent four and a half miserable years here. Essentially, your only employment opportunities are in healthcare or at the base. I worked at the base; they were  More

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