Columbus Grove, OH vs Hayesville, OH

Hayesville is moderately more affordable than Columbus Grove, with a 6.4% lower cost of living index. Columbus Grove scores 70 compared to 66 for Hayesville, 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 Columbus Grove is $885/month compared to $800/month in Hayesville — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Hayesville is more affordable at $138,800 median vs $154,300.

Median household income in Columbus Grove is $70,242 compared to $73,125 in Hayesville (-3.9%). Hayesville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Columbus Grove spend roughly 15.1% of their income on rent, more than the 13.1% in Hayesville.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 50.6°F). Hayesville receives more rainfall at 42.5" per year compared to 35.8" in Columbus Grove.