Elyria, OH vs Maple Heights, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Maple Heights, with a 12.1% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 80 for Maple Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Maple Heights 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 $1,322/month in Maple Heights — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Elyria has cheaper rent, Maple Heights actually has lower median home values ($89,600 vs $142,800).

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $52,823 in Maple Heights (+0.7%). 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 30% in Maple Heights.

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 33.3" in Maple Heights.