Jamestown, OH vs Wheelersburg, OH

Jamestown, OH and Wheelersburg, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.9% difference in their overall index. Jamestown scores 68 while Wheelersburg scores 71 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 Jamestown is $798/month compared to $715/month in Wheelersburg — a 12% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wheelersburg has cheaper rent, Jamestown actually has lower median home values ($142,300 vs $209,200).

Median household income in Jamestown is $59,028 compared to $70,795 in Wheelersburg (-16.6%). While Wheelersburg is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Jamestown spend roughly 16.2% of their income on rent, more than the 12.1% in Wheelersburg.