Akron, Ohio vs. West Salem, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in West Salem, Ohio is 10.6% more expensive than Akron, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $55,298 in West Salem, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Akron, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, West Salem, Ohio is more expensive than Akron, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
114% more expensive in West Salem
than in Akron, Ohio
Akron, OH vs. West Salem, OH
Compared to Akron, West Salem is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.6% 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
  3.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  38.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.2% higher
  Commute
  5.5% lower
  Health
  16.3% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.5% higher