Dayton, Ohio vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 3.1% cheaper than Dayton, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $48,453 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Dayton, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Dayton, Ohio
• Utilitiesare the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Utilities
13% cheaper in Akron
than in Dayton, Ohio
Dayton, OH vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Dayton, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.1% 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
  0.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.7% lower
  Commute
  1.0% lower
  Health
  3.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.3% lower