Ashtabula, OH vs Willard, OH

Ashtabula, OH and Willard, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.6% difference in their overall index. Ashtabula scores 65 while Willard scores 67 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Ashtabula is $790/month compared to $853/month in Willard — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Ashtabula is more affordable at $99,200 median vs $110,500.

Median household income in Ashtabula is $43,782 compared to $54,572 in Willard (-19.8%). While Willard is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Ashtabula spend roughly 21.7% of their income on rent, more than the 18.8% in Willard.