Akron, OH vs Cincinnati, OH

Akron is moderately more affordable than Cincinnati, with a 12.2% lower cost of living index. Akron scores 70 compared to 80 for Cincinnati, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cincinnati can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Akron is $930/month compared to $953/month in Cincinnati — a 2% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Akron is more affordable at $111,200 median vs $215,300.

Median household income in Akron is $48,544 compared to $51,707 in Cincinnati (-6.1%). The higher salaries in Cincinnati partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Akron spend roughly 23% of their income on rent, more than the 22.1% in Cincinnati.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.3°F vs 54.8°F). Cincinnati receives more rainfall at 43.4" per year compared to 32.5" in Akron.