Akron, Ohio vs. Lafayette, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Lafayette, Indiana is 15.2% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $28,810 in Lafayette, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Lafayette, Indiana is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
87% more expensive in Lafayette
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. Lafayette, IN
Compared to Akron, Lafayette is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.2% 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
  0.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  105.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.8% higher
  Commute
  10.6% lower
  Health
  5.5% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher