Chardon, OH vs Windham, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Windham is 21.7% cheaper than Chardon. With a cost index of 71 vs 86, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Windham to Chardon should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Chardon is $1,035/month compared to $932/month in Windham — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Windham is more affordable at $124,700 median vs $274,500.

Median household income in Chardon is $86,618 compared to $43,036 in Windham (+101.3%). While Chardon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Chardon spend roughly 14.3% of their income on rent, less than the 26% in Windham.