Elyria, OH vs Whitehall, OH

Elyria is moderately more affordable than Whitehall, with a 9.8% lower cost of living index. Elyria scores 70 compared to 78 for Whitehall, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Whitehall 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 $1,102/month in Whitehall — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Elyria has cheaper rent, Whitehall actually has lower median home values ($138,700 vs $142,800).

Median household income in Elyria is $53,204 compared to $50,812 in Whitehall (+4.7%). 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 26% in Whitehall.