Greenville, OH vs Ottawa, OH

Greenville, OH and Ottawa, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Greenville scores 66 while Ottawa scores 69 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 Greenville is $710/month compared to $739/month in Ottawa — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Greenville is more affordable at $147,200 median vs $175,300.

Median household income in Greenville is $46,664 compared to $66,268 in Ottawa (-29.6%). While Ottawa is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenville spend roughly 18.3% of their income on rent, more than the 13.4% in Ottawa.