Elyria, OH vs Kettering, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Kettering, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 78 for Kettering, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kettering 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 Kettering — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elyria is more affordable at $142,800 median vs $192,500.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $71,619 in Kettering (-25.7%). While Kettering is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Elyria spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in Kettering.

Climate-wise, Kettering is notably warmer with an average of 54.1°F compared to 50.2°F in Elyria. Kettering receives more rainfall at 41" per year compared to 36.7" in Elyria.