Arlington Heights, OH vs Wellsville, OH

Wellsville is moderately more affordable than Arlington Heights, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Arlington Heights scores 65 compared to 60 for Wellsville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Arlington Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Arlington Heights is $833/month compared to $753/month in Wellsville — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wellsville is more affordable at $55,400 median vs $86,600.

Median household income in Arlington Heights is $47,115 compared to $29,440 in Wellsville (+60%). While Arlington Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Arlington Heights spend roughly 21.2% of their income on rent, less than the 30.7% in Wellsville. The Arlington Heights ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.