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Lancaster, OH vs North Canton, OH

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Is it cheaper to live in North Canton or is it cheaper to live in Lancaster?
- North Canton is 18.1% less expensive than Lancaster.

Which city has more affordable housing, North Canton or Lancaster?
- North Canton housing costs are 12.2% more expensive than Lancaster housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Lancaster or is Health Care more affordable in North Canton.
- Health related expenses are 6.3% less in North Canton.
 Lancaster, OHNorth Canton, OHUnited States
 Overall  Unlock78.7100
 Food & Groceries96.6  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock86.4100
 Housing66.3  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$231,700$338,100
 Utilities103  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock72.3100
 Miscellaneous111.6  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Lancaster    5 Reviews

We've lived here for 3 years and I've lived in Ohio my entire life. It's probably the best smaller city in the state. A historic town - well maintained and just  More

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God gave us two eyes. He did so people would look INTO His world, not AT tiny screens. Even before iPhones visitors were passing by Lancaster's beauty. They'd  More

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Over 15 years ago

I grew up here..Lived in Lancaster from when i was 5 till i was 19 and left that crap hole. Columbus is 45 minutes away not 20. trust me i drove it alot becuase there is  More

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Reviews for North Canton    4 Reviews

Over 4 years ago

This area is very nice. The people are friendly and you can walk around without fear of being robbed or shot.  More

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Lived in North Canton,Ohio for 3 years now.A very affortable place to live,great schools,low taxes,and lots of amenities.The houses on sale go fast so,find the one you  More

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Over 16 years ago

North Canton is a wonderful place to live. Great schools (both high school and college) Great opportunities and great people. A very safe community, I am a 22 year old  More

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