Jamestown, OH vs Moraine, OH

Jamestown is moderately more affordable than Moraine, with a 5.2% lower cost of living index. Jamestown scores 68 compared to 72 for Moraine, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Moraine can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Jamestown is $798/month compared to $959/month in Moraine — a 17% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Jamestown has cheaper rent, Moraine actually has lower median home values ($128,100 vs $142,300).

Median household income in Jamestown is $59,028 compared to $44,648 in Moraine (+32.2%). Jamestown offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Jamestown spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, less than the 25.8% in Moraine.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (52.6°F vs 54.1°F). Jamestown receives more rainfall at 42.4" per year compared to 41" in Moraine.