Garfield Heights, OH vs Springfield, OH

Springfield is moderately more affordable than Garfield Heights, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Garfield Heights scores 74 compared to 64 for Springfield, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Garfield Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Garfield Heights is $1,085/month compared to $805/month in Springfield — a 35% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Springfield has cheaper rent, Garfield Heights actually has lower median home values ($100,000 vs $107,600).

Median household income in Garfield Heights is $52,006 compared to $45,883 in Springfield (+13.3%). The higher salaries in Garfield Heights partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Garfield Heights spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 21.1% in Springfield.