Monroe, OH Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Monroe, Ohio?
$4,470 / month
for a family, 17.2% less expensive than the national average A total of $53,640 for the year for a family.
$3,600 / month
for a single person, 24.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $43,200 for the year for a single person.

Monroe cost of living score
87.5
Less expensive
12.5% lower
than the US average
5.8% higher
than the Ohio average
Monroe, Ohio gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 87.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 12.5% lower than the U.S. average and 5.8% lower than the average for Ohio.

Monroe, OH

Housing costs in Monroe?
A typical home costs $279,500, which is 17.3% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 41.9% more expensive than the average Ohio home, at $197,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Monroe costs $1,410 per month, which is 1.4% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 30.5% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Monroe?
To live comfortably in Monroe, Ohio, a minimum annual income of $53,640 for a family, and $43,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Monroe?
The cost of living in Monroe, OH is quite reasonable. The median home cost in the area is about $177,500, which is much lower than the national average of around $231,000. Rent prices in Monroe are also relatively low compared to other cities in the state, with an average monthly rent price of around $870. Groceries and other necessities are slightly above the national average but not too expensive when taking into consideration the lower overall cost of living. All in all, living in Monroe can be quite affordable for those looking for a place to call home without breaking their budget.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
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I have been a PA resident most of my life. I consider myself the type of person anyone would be proud to have as their neighbor. I earn a good living as an IT  More

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Monore is a growing little town that could be the next "Diamond in the ruff" of Ohio. We have lived here for almost 4 years and can see good things happening.  More

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