Hamilton, OH vs Maple Heights, OH

Hamilton is moderately more affordable than Maple Heights, with a 6.2% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 75 compared to 80 for Maple Heights, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Maple Heights can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hamilton is $974/month compared to $1,322/month in Maple Heights — a 26% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Hamilton has cheaper rent, Maple Heights actually has lower median home values ($89,600 vs $152,300).

Median household income in Hamilton is $54,293 compared to $52,823 in Maple Heights (+2.8%). Hamilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, less than the 30% in Maple Heights.

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