Cuyahoga Falls, OH vs Piqua, OH

Piqua is moderately more affordable than Cuyahoga Falls, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Cuyahoga Falls scores 78 compared to 70 for Piqua, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Cuyahoga Falls can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Cuyahoga Falls is $1,029/month compared to $896/month in Piqua — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Piqua is more affordable at $124,900 median vs $174,700.

Median household income in Cuyahoga Falls is $70,645 compared to $63,770 in Piqua (+10.8%). The higher salaries in Cuyahoga Falls partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Cuyahoga Falls spend roughly 17.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.9% in Piqua.