Elyria, OH vs Niles, OH

Niles is moderately more affordable than Elyria, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 63 for Niles, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elyria 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 $787/month in Niles — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Niles is more affordable at $108,400 median vs $142,800.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $49,987 in Niles (+6.4%). The higher salaries in Elyria partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Elyria spend roughly 19.4% of their income on rent, more than the 18.9% in Niles.