Kentwood, Michigan vs. Athens, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Ohio is 14.1% cheaper than Kentwood, Michigan.

You would need a salary of $42,965 in Athens, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Kentwood, Michigan.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Ohio is cheaper than Kentwood, Michigan
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
25% cheaper in Athens
than in Kentwood, Michigan
Kentwood, MI vs. Athens, OH
Compared to Kentwood, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.1% 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
  8.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.9% higher
  Commute
  38.3% lower
  Health
  10.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.1% lower