Marion, OH Cost of Living


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Marion cost of living score
74
Less expensive
26.0% lower
than the US average
10.5% lower
than the Ohio average
Marion, Ohio gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 74, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 26.0% lower than the U.S. average and 10.5% higher than the average for Ohio.

Marion, OH

Housing costs in Marion?
A typical home costs $102,900, which is 69.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 47.8% less expensive than the average Ohio home, at $197,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Marion costs $960 per month, which is 32.9% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 2.1% cheaper than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Marion?
To live comfortably in Marion, Ohio, a minimum annual income of $19,800 for a family, and $29,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Marion?
Marion, OH has a relatively low cost of living compared to other cities in the state and nation. The city's median housing costs are around $112,900, which is much lower than the statewide median of $135,800 and the national median of $229,000. Renting a home also tends to be cheaper in Marion than other nearby cities and towns. The cost of groceries, transportation, health care, and utilities are all below the national average as well. This makes it an ideal place for families who wish to save money on living expenses while still enjoying a good quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesMarionOhioUnited States
  74.082.7100.0
  93.796.1100
  106.888.7100.0
  21.661.6100.0
  $102,900$197,000$338,100
  99.2%100.0%100.0%
  65.583.9100.0
  81.389.3100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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Over 8 years ago

I grew up in Marion Ohio. The pros are the cost of living is low, we have decent and safe schools in my opinion. For the most part it is a safe and quiet town. Cons are  More

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I was born and raised in Marion, Ohio. I've seen every single inch of this town. It looks nice when your passing by on st rt 23. But looks are deceiving it is full of  More

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