Dennison, OH vs Ontario, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Dennison is 16.6% cheaper than Ontario. With a cost index of 63 vs 76, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Dennison to Ontario should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dennison is $806/month compared to $1,059/month in Ontario — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Dennison is more affordable at $95,200 median vs $163,300.

Median household income in Dennison is $51,949 compared to $65,905 in Ontario (-21.2%). While Ontario is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dennison spend roughly 18.6% of their income on rent, less than the 19.3% in Ontario.