Worcester, Massachusetts vs. Akron, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Akron, Ohio is 34.4% cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts.

You would need a salary of $32,778 in Akron, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Akron, Ohio is cheaper than Worcester, Massachusetts
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
70% cheaper in Akron
than in Worcester, Massachusetts
Worcester, MA vs. Akron, OH
Compared to Worcester, Akron is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  34.4% 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
  11.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  73.0% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  14.1% lower
  Commute
  15.8% lower
  Health
  9.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  13.7% lower