Fort McKinley, OH vs West Salem, OH

West Salem is moderately more affordable than Fort McKinley, with a 6.3% lower cost of living index. Fort McKinley scores 70 compared to 66 for West Salem, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fort McKinley can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fort McKinley is $1,049/month compared to $770/month in West Salem — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while West Salem has cheaper rent, Fort McKinley actually has lower median home values ($72,600 vs $123,000).

Median household income in Fort McKinley is $47,176 compared to $57,917 in West Salem (-18.5%). West Salem offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fort McKinley spend roughly 26.7% of their income on rent, more than the 16% in West Salem.