Westerville, OH Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Westerville, Ohio?
$6,360 / month
for a family, 17.8% more expensive than the national average A total of $76,320 for the year for a family.
$3,933 / month
for a single person, 17.5% less expensive than the national average A total of $47,200 for the year for a single person.

Westerville cost of living score
91.4
Less expensive
8.6% lower
than the US average
10.5% higher
than the Ohio average
Westerville, Ohio gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 91.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 8.6% lower than the U.S. average and 10.5% lower than the average for Ohio.

Westerville, OH

Housing costs in Westerville?
A typical home costs $398,000, which is 17.7% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 102.0% more expensive than the average Ohio home, at $197,000. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Westerville costs $1,450 per month, which is 1.4% more than the national average of $1,430 and 32.4% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Westerville?
To live comfortably in Westerville, Ohio, a minimum annual income of $76,320 for a family, and $47,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Westerville?
The cost of living in Westerville, OH is relatively low compared to the national average. With a cost of living index score of 86, it is 14 points lower than the U.S. average. In terms of housing costs, the median home values in Westerville are lower than the US average, giving residents more affordable housing options. The median household income is also slightly lower than the national number at nearly $75,000 per year. Groceries and transportation costs are similar to the US averages, but there are plenty of discounts available for those looking to save on both items. Overall, Westerville provides a great quality of life with its low cost of living and high quality amenities, making it an ideal place to live or visit.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWestervilleOhioUnited States
    Unlock82.7100.0
  102.4  Unlock100.0
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  101.6  Unlock100.0
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  107.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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Over 13 years ago

I live in Westerville, Ohio. It is a suburb of Columbus and it is a great city. The cost of living in Columbus and the surrounding cities is very  More

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Over 19 years ago

Could not find Darby, Ohio listed. It is in Franklin County, west of Columbus. What do you include in the "miscellaneous" item under Cost of living? Many  More

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