Baltimore, OH vs Midvale, OH

Midvale is moderately more affordable than Baltimore, with a 14.4% lower cost of living index. Baltimore scores 75 compared to 65 for Midvale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Baltimore can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Baltimore is $838/month compared to $855/month in Midvale — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Baltimore has cheaper rent, Midvale actually has lower median home values ($103,400 vs $198,500).

Median household income in Baltimore is $58,322 compared to $66,667 in Midvale (-12.5%). Midvale offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Baltimore spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.4% in Midvale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.2°F vs 51.8°F). Baltimore receives more rainfall at 40.3" per year compared to 38.7" in Midvale.