Maple Heights, OH vs Springfield, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Springfield is 24.4% cheaper than Maple Heights. With a cost index of 64 vs 80, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Springfield to Maple Heights should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Maple Heights is $1,322/month compared to $805/month in Springfield — a 64% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Springfield has cheaper rent, Maple Heights actually has lower median home values ($89,600 vs $107,600).

Median household income in Maple Heights is $52,823 compared to $45,883 in Springfield (+15.1%). The higher salaries in Maple Heights partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Maple Heights spend roughly 30% of their income on rent, more than the 21.1% in Springfield.