Ann Arbor, Michigan vs. Athens, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 28.3% cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $62,401 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is cheaper than Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
55% cheaper in Athens
than in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI vs. Athens, OH
Compared to Ann Arbor, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  28.3% lower
      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
  1.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  53.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.5% higher
  Commute
  40.6% lower
  Health
  11.1% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.4% lower