Creston, OH vs Ontario, OH

Creston is moderately more affordable than Ontario, with a 6% lower cost of living index. Creston scores 71 compared to 76 for Ontario, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Ontario can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Creston is $858/month compared to $1,059/month in Ontario — a 19% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Creston is more affordable at $155,300 median vs $163,300.

Median household income in Creston is $62,950 compared to $65,905 in Ontario (-4.5%). The higher salaries in Ontario partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Creston spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, less than the 19.3% in Ontario.