Ashland, OH vs Moraine, OH

Ashland is moderately more affordable than Moraine, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Ashland scores 68 compared to 72 for Moraine, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Moraine 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 $959/month in Moraine — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Ashland has cheaper rent, Moraine actually has lower median home values ($128,100 vs $146,100).

Median household income in Ashland is $57,310 compared to $44,648 in Moraine (+28.4%). 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 25.8% in Moraine.

Climate-wise, Moraine 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 Moraine.