Ashland, OH vs Middletown, OH

Ashland is moderately more affordable than Middletown, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Ashland scores 68 compared to 75 for Middletown, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Middletown can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashland is $840/month compared to $974/month in Middletown — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashland is more affordable at $146,100 median vs $148,300.

Median household income in Ashland is $57,310 compared to $54,985 in Middletown (+4.2%). Ashland offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashland spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, less than the 21.3% in Middletown.

Climate-wise, Middletown is notably warmer with an average of 54.1°F compared to 50.6°F in Ashland. Ashland receives more rainfall at 42.5" per year compared to 41" in Middletown.