Bay City, Michigan vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 3.5% cheaper than Bay City, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $48,249 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Bay City, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Bay City, Michigan
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
13% cheaper in Akron
than in Bay City, Michigan
Bay City, MI vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Bay City, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  5.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.7% lower
  Commute
  13.1% lower
  Health
  3.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.1% lower