Crestline, OH vs Marietta, OH

Crestline is moderately more affordable than Marietta, with a 13.9% lower cost of living index. Crestline scores 60 compared to 69 for Marietta, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Marietta can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crestline is $705/month compared to $828/month in Marietta — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Crestline is more affordable at $96,100 median vs $145,700.

Median household income in Crestline is $48,298 compared to $45,986 in Marietta (+5%). Crestline offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Crestline spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, less than the 21.6% in Marietta.

Climate-wise, Marietta is notably warmer with an average of 54.3°F compared to 50.6°F in Crestline. Marietta receives more rainfall at 42.5" per year compared to 42.5" in Crestline.