Cairo, OH vs Columbus Grove, OH

Cairo is moderately more affordable than Columbus Grove, with a 6.9% lower cost of living index. Cairo scores 65 compared to 70 for Columbus Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Columbus Grove can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cairo is $850/month compared to $885/month in Columbus Grove — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Cairo is more affordable at $107,900 median vs $154,300.

Median household income in Cairo is $79,643 compared to $70,242 in Columbus Grove (+13.4%). Cairo offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Cairo spend roughly 12.8% of their income on rent, less than the 15.1% in Columbus Grove.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 51.4°F). Columbus Grove receives more rainfall at 35.8" per year compared to 35.8" in Cairo.