Cost of Living in Ohio
The cost of living in Ohio is 11% lower than the national average
| Cost of Living in Ohio | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|
| Housing (Buy and Rent) | 27% lower |
| Utilities (Monthly) | 5% lower |
| Food | 2% lower |
| Healthcare | 8% lower |
| Transportation | 1% higher |
| Goods & Services | 4% lower |
Summary
The cost of living in Ohio is 11% lower than the national average. Housing is 27% lower than the national average, while utilities are 5% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 2% lower than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 4% lower.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 8% lower in Ohio compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 4% lower.
The cost of living in Ohio varies depending on the city you live in. The priciest city in Ohio is Cincinnati, where the cost of living is 9% higher compared to the state average and 3% lower than in the rest of the U.S. The cheapest major city in Ohio is Columbus, with a cost of living 1% higher below the state average and 10% lower than the national average.
| City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH | 9% higher | 3% lower |
| Dayton, OH | 6% higher | 6% lower |
| Columbus, OH | 1% higher | 10% lower |