Akron, Ohio vs. Berkeley, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Berkeley, California is 245.9% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $172,932 in Berkeley, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Berkeley, California is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1144% more expensive in Berkeley
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Berkeley, CA
Compared to Akron, Berkeley is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  245.9% higher
      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
  21.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1,698.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.1% lower
  Commute
  47.8% higher
  Health
  33.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  21.6% higher