Clifton, OH vs Sugar Grove, OH

Clifton is moderately more affordable than Sugar Grove, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Clifton scores 75 compared to 80 for Sugar Grove, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sugar Grove can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clifton is $828/month compared to $1,078/month in Sugar Grove — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Clifton has cheaper rent, Sugar Grove actually has lower median home values ($171,300 vs $228,600).

Median household income in Clifton is $79,375 compared to $68,000 in Sugar Grove (+16.7%). Clifton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clifton spend roughly 12.5% of their income on rent, less than the 19% in Sugar Grove.