salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Cleveland to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,056
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$44,004
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$102,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
93.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,759
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$94
👥 People living there
189,247
366,097
Commute to work
22.2 min
22.5 min
College degree
23.6%
22.4%
Own their home
50.7%
41.7%
Below poverty line
23.3%
30.6%
Unemployment
7.8%
10.8%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
- Pick Cleveland for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Cleveland | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $70,860 | -8% in Cleveland |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $71,350 | +8% in Cleveland |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $80,280 | +8% in Cleveland |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $88,990 | +7% in Cleveland |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $134,680 | +7% in Cleveland |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $111,310 | +6% in Cleveland |
| Registered Nurse | $80,770 | $83,940 | +4% in Cleveland |
| Physician Assistant | $130,980 | $135,860 | +4% in Cleveland |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Cleveland cheaper to live in?
Akron and Cleveland cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Cleveland to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $60,355 a year gives the same standard of living in Cleveland.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Cleveland?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $44,004 in Cleveland, 18% more in Akron.