salaryMontgomery is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$185
👥 People living there
189,247
197,494
Commute to work
22.2 min
20.7 min
College degree
23.6%
33.8%
Own their home
50.7%
54.4%
Below poverty line
23.3%
21.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Montgomery for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $49,910 | -35% in Montgomery |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $48,490 | -35% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $60,120 | -28% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $26,360 | -27% in Montgomery |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $59,610 | -24% in Montgomery |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $47,360 | -22% in Montgomery |
| Physician Assistant | $130,980 | $102,040 | -22% in Montgomery |
| HVAC Technician | $61,090 | $48,680 | -20% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Montgomery is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,304 a month there versus $1,129 in Akron.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $57,630 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $61,271 in Montgomery, 15% more in Montgomery.