Garfield Heights, OH vs Hamilton, OH

Garfield Heights, OH and Hamilton, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.8% difference in their overall index. Garfield Heights scores 74 while Hamilton scores 75 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Garfield Heights is $1,085/month compared to $974/month in Hamilton — a 11% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hamilton has cheaper rent, Garfield Heights actually has lower median home values ($100,000 vs $152,300).

Median household income in Garfield Heights is $52,006 compared to $54,293 in Hamilton (-4.2%). While Hamilton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Garfield Heights spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 21.5% in Hamilton.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.3°F vs 53.8°F). Hamilton receives more rainfall at 41.4" per year compared to 33.3" in Garfield Heights.