Hamilton, OH vs Massillon, OH

Massillon is moderately more affordable than Hamilton, with a 10.2% lower cost of living index. Hamilton scores 75 compared to 68 for Massillon, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hamilton 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 $846/month in Massillon — a 15% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Massillon is more affordable at $138,800 median vs $152,300.

Median household income in Hamilton is $54,293 compared to $55,308 in Massillon (-1.8%). Massillon 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, more than the 18.4% in Massillon.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (53.8°F vs 51.7°F). Massillon receives more rainfall at 41.6" per year compared to 41.4" in Hamilton.