Apple Valley, OH vs Worthington, OH

Apple Valley is moderately more affordable than Worthington, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Apple Valley scores 89 compared to 102 for Worthington, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Worthington can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Apple Valley is $1,165/month compared to $1,153/month in Worthington — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Worthington has cheaper rent, Apple Valley actually has lower median home values ($262,500 vs $417,700).

Median household income in Apple Valley is $97,005 compared to $124,734 in Worthington (-22.2%). While Worthington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Apple Valley spend roughly 14.4% of their income on rent, more than the 11.1% in Worthington.