Aberdeen, OH vs Rayland, OH

Rayland is moderately more affordable than Aberdeen, with a 14.2% lower cost of living index. Aberdeen scores 63 compared to 55 for Rayland, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Aberdeen can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Aberdeen is $556/month compared to $500/month in Rayland — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rayland is more affordable at $108,000 median vs $159,100.

Median household income in Aberdeen is $44,007 compared to $54,479 in Rayland (-19.2%). Rayland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Aberdeen spend roughly 15.2% of their income on rent, more than the 11% in Rayland.