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Worthington, OH vs Ashland, OH

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Is it cheaper to live in Ashland or is it cheaper to live in Worthington?
- Ashland is 15.4% less expensive than Worthington.

Which city has more affordable housing, Ashland or Worthington?
- Ashland housing costs are 68.2% less expensive than Worthington housing costs.

Is Health Care more affordable in Worthington or is Health Care more affordable in Ashland.
- Health related expenses are 1.2% more in Ashland.
 Worthington, OHAshland, OHUnited States
 Overall  Unlock77.3100
 Food & Groceries103.4  Unlock100
 Health  Unlock90.6100
 Housing132.3  Unlock100
 Median Home Cost  Unlock$156,900$338,100
 Utilities102  Unlock100
 Transportation  Unlock66.5100
 Miscellaneous107.2  Unlock100
100 = National Average (Below 100 means cheaper than the US average. Above 100 means more expensive.)
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Reviews for Worthington    8 Reviews

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Over 11 years ago

As a retired teacher, I think Worthington has the best Public School in Columbus Ohio. When I moved into the area, I knew A lot of Ohio State University Professors live  More

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Over 14 years ago

Worthington is a lovely small community on the northside of Columbus Ohio. A safe community for walking and plenty of activities including festivals year  More

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Reviews for Ashland    6 Reviews

I've lived all over the country working in healthcare.Have lived in ashland for the last 30 years.If you like smaller towns,you will like Ashland.Very friendly (as most  More

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I moved here a little under two years ago for personal reasons and for my child to have a decent school to go to. I have found the people very unwelcoming and cliquish,  More

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Over 15 years ago

I have lived in here all my life. Ashland is a great place to raise a family. There are lots of parks and activities for families to enjoy. It is also a very safe  More

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