Grafton, OH vs Rosemount, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Rosemount is 16.9% cheaper than Grafton. With a cost index of 69 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Rosemount to Grafton should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Grafton is $1,048/month compared to $932/month in Rosemount — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rosemount is more affordable at $104,000 median vs $198,500.

Median household income in Grafton is $88,352 compared to $48,021 in Rosemount (+84%). While Grafton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Grafton spend roughly 14.2% of their income on rent, less than the 23.3% in Rosemount.