Guilford Lake, OH vs South Point, OH

South Point is moderately more affordable than Guilford Lake, with a 12% lower cost of living index. Guilford Lake scores 78 compared to 70 for South Point, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Guilford Lake can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Guilford Lake is $920/month compared to $807/month in South Point — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: South Point is more affordable at $175,200 median vs $219,300.

Median household income in Guilford Lake is $61,196 compared to $80,689 in South Point (-24.2%). South Point offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Guilford Lake spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 12% in South Point.