Creston, OH vs Sherwood, OH

Sherwood is moderately more affordable than Creston, with a 7% lower cost of living index. Creston scores 71 compared to 67 for Sherwood, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Creston 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 $790/month in Sherwood — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Sherwood is more affordable at $128,500 median vs $155,300.

Median household income in Creston is $62,950 compared to $75,147 in Sherwood (-16.2%). Sherwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Creston spend roughly 16.4% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Sherwood.