Crystal Lakes, OH vs North Baltimore, OH

North Baltimore is moderately more affordable than Crystal Lakes, with a 11.5% lower cost of living index. Crystal Lakes scores 72 compared to 64 for North Baltimore, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Crystal Lakes can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Crystal Lakes is $1,026/month compared to $786/month in North Baltimore — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: North Baltimore is more affordable at $108,300 median vs $118,400.

Median household income in Crystal Lakes is $62,651 compared to $61,947 in North Baltimore (+1.1%). Crystal Lakes does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Crystal Lakes spend roughly 19.7% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in North Baltimore.