Elmore, OH vs Hamler, OH

Elmore is moderately more affordable than Hamler, with a 5.5% lower cost of living index. Elmore scores 64 compared to 68 for Hamler, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elmore is $667/month compared to $864/month in Hamler — a 23% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Elmore has cheaper rent, Hamler actually has lower median home values ($116,500 vs $155,700).

Median household income in Elmore is $85,474 compared to $63,750 in Hamler (+34.1%). Elmore offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elmore spend roughly 9.4% of their income on rent, less than the 16.3% in Hamler.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (51.4°F vs 50°F). Hamler receives more rainfall at 33" per year compared to 32.4" in Elmore.