salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cincinnati to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,379
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,208
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$57,062
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$230,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
95.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,169
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$147
👥 People living there
189,247
311,224
Commute to work
22.2 min
22.4 min
College degree
23.6%
41.8%
Own their home
50.7%
39.8%
Below poverty line
23.3%
25.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
6.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Cincinnati for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Cincinnati | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $102,940 | +24% in Cincinnati |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $63,490 | -18% in Cincinnati |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $64,740 | -18% in Cincinnati |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $121,420 | +15% in Cincinnati |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $75,750 | +15% in Cincinnati |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $80,410 | +8% in Cincinnati |
| Firefighter | $61,140 | $58,570 | -4% in Cincinnati |
| Civil Engineer | $94,450 | $98,220 | +4% in Cincinnati |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Cincinnati cheaper to live in?
Akron and Cincinnati cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cincinnati to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $61,285 a year gives the same standard of living in Cincinnati.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Cincinnati?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $57,062 in Cincinnati, 9% more in Cincinnati.