Hamilton, OH vs Wooster, OH

Hamilton, OH and Wooster, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.2% difference in their overall index. Hamilton scores 75 while Wooster scores 75 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 Hamilton is $974/month compared to $882/month in Wooster — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wooster has cheaper rent, Hamilton actually has lower median home values ($152,300 vs $198,400).

Median household income in Hamilton is $54,293 compared to $65,888 in Wooster (-17.6%). While Wooster is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Hamilton spend roughly 21.5% of their income on rent, more than the 16.1% in Wooster.