Elyria, OH vs Kent, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Kent, with a 11.7% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 80 for Kent, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kent 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 $983/month in Kent — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elyria is more affordable at $142,800 median vs $210,700.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $42,524 in Kent (+25.1%). Elyria offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elyria spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, less than the 27.7% in Kent.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (50.2°F vs 52.3°F). Elyria receives more rainfall at 36.7" per year compared to 32.5" in Kent.