Coalton, OH vs Union City, OH

Coalton, OH and Union City, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.1% difference in their overall index. Coalton scores 57 while Union City scores 56 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Coalton is $653/month compared to $625/month in Union City — a 5% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Union City has cheaper rent, Coalton actually has lower median home values ($56,000 vs $59,100).

Median household income in Coalton is $43,064 compared to $33,472 in Union City (+28.7%). While Coalton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Coalton spend roughly 18.2% of their income on rent, less than the 22.4% in Union City.