Broadview Heights, OH vs Lakewood, OH

Lakewood is moderately more affordable than Broadview Heights, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Broadview Heights scores 89 compared to 83 for Lakewood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Broadview Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Broadview Heights is $1,075/month compared to $1,013/month in Lakewood — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lakewood is more affordable at $241,500 median vs $292,500.

Median household income in Broadview Heights is $99,431 compared to $65,925 in Lakewood (+50.8%). While Broadview Heights is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Broadview Heights spend roughly 13% of their income on rent, less than the 18.4% in Lakewood.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.4°F vs 52.4°F). Lakewood receives more rainfall at 41" per year compared to 41" in Broadview Heights.