Newark, OH vs North Canton, OH

Newark, OH and North Canton, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1.6% difference in their overall index. Newark scores 75 while North Canton scores 77 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 Newark is $926/month compared to $981/month in North Canton — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newark is more affordable at $174,100 median vs $194,200.

Median household income in Newark is $58,920 compared to $72,193 in North Canton (-18.4%). While North Canton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Newark spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 16.3% in North Canton.