Beaver, OH vs New Athens, OH

New Athens is moderately more affordable than Beaver, with a 13.1% lower cost of living index. Beaver scores 65 compared to 58 for New Athens, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Beaver can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Beaver is $685/month compared to $575/month in New Athens — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: New Athens is more affordable at $111,400 median vs $150,000.

Median household income in Beaver is $40,481 compared to $56,250 in New Athens (-28%). New Athens offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Beaver spend roughly 20.3% of their income on rent, more than the 12.3% in New Athens.

Climate-wise, Beaver is notably warmer with an average of 56.5°F compared to 52.2°F in New Athens. Beaver receives more rainfall at 45.1" per year compared to 37.6" in New Athens.