Akron is 7% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Spring Valley to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,889
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,783
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$80,360
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$433,800
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
100.0
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$2,149
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$139
👥 People living there
189,247
219,187
Commute to work
22.2 min
22.5 min
College degree
23.6%
31.4%
Own their home
50.7%
50.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
12.2%
Unemployment
7.8%
7.6%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Spring Valley for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Spring Valley cheaper to live in?
Akron is about 7% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,129 a month there versus $1,889 in Spring Valley.
What salary do I need in Spring Valley to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $64,247 a year gives the same standard of living in Spring Valley.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Spring Valley?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $80,360 in Spring Valley, 35% more in Spring Valley.