Beavercreek, OH vs Sylvania, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Sylvania is 18% cheaper than Beavercreek. With a cost index of 82 vs 97, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Sylvania to Beavercreek should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Beavercreek is $1,410/month compared to $1,019/month in Sylvania — a 38% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sylvania is more affordable at $233,700 median vs $261,200.

Median household income in Beavercreek is $110,064 compared to $95,610 in Sylvania (+15.1%). The higher salaries in Beavercreek partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Beavercreek spend roughly 15.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.8% in Sylvania.