Elyria, OH vs Parma Heights, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Parma Heights, with a 10.6% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 79 for Parma Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Parma 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 $1,072/month in Parma Heights — a 20% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Elyria is more affordable at $142,800 median vs $165,800.

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $59,218 in Parma Heights (-10.2%). The higher salaries in Parma Heights 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, less than the 21.7% in Parma Heights.