Alexandria, OH vs Hiram, OH

Hiram is moderately more affordable than Alexandria, with a 13% lower cost of living index. Alexandria scores 90 compared to 79 for Hiram, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Alexandria can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Alexandria is $1,250/month compared to $929/month in Hiram — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hiram has cheaper rent, Alexandria actually has lower median home values ($225,700 vs $225,900).

Median household income in Alexandria is $93,125 compared to $93,199 in Hiram (-0.1%). Hiram offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Alexandria spend roughly 16.1% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in Hiram.

Climate-wise, Alexandria is notably warmer with an average of 53.2°F compared to 49.9°F in Hiram. Hiram receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 38.8" in Alexandria.