Malta, OH vs Stratton, OH

Stratton is moderately more affordable than Malta, with a 11.9% lower cost of living index. Malta scores 63 compared to 56 for Stratton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Malta can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Malta is $755/month compared to $727/month in Stratton — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stratton is more affordable at $39,700 median vs $98,300.

Median household income in Malta is $35,833 compared to $36,607 in Stratton (-2.1%). Stratton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Malta spend roughly 25.3% of their income on rent, more than the 23.8% in Stratton.