Elyria, OH vs Hamilton, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Hamilton, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 75 for Hamilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamilton can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elyria is $859/month compared to $974/month in Hamilton — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elyria is more affordable at $142,800 median vs $152,300.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $54,293 in Hamilton (-2%). Hamilton 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 Elyria spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, less than the 21.5% in Hamilton.

Climate-wise, Hamilton is notably warmer with an average of 53.8°F compared to 50.2°F in Elyria. Hamilton receives more rainfall at 41.4" per year compared to 36.7" in Elyria.