Lyndhurst, OH vs Northwood, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Northwood is 19.1% cheaper than Lyndhurst. With a cost index of 75 vs 89, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Northwood to Lyndhurst should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Lyndhurst is $1,327/month compared to $964/month in Northwood — a 38% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Northwood is more affordable at $168,400 median vs $198,900.

Median household income in Lyndhurst is $88,701 compared to $76,332 in Northwood (+16.2%). The higher salaries in Lyndhurst partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Lyndhurst spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, more than the 15.2% in Northwood.