Marion, Ohio vs. Dayton, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Dayton, Ohio is 5.3% more expensive than Marion, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,667 in Dayton, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Marion, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dayton, Ohio is more expensive than Marion, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
1% more expensive in Dayton
than in Marion, Ohio
Marion, OH vs. Dayton, OH
Compared to Marion, Dayton is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.3% 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
  0.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.8% higher
  Commute
  23.8% higher
  Health
  15.4% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.9% higher