Newark, OH vs Tiffin, OH

Tiffin is moderately more affordable than Newark, with a 11% lower cost of living index. Newark scores 75 compared to 68 for Tiffin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Newark can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Newark is $926/month compared to $834/month in Tiffin — a 11% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tiffin is more affordable at $129,200 median vs $174,100.

Median household income in Newark is $58,920 compared to $55,700 in Tiffin (+5.8%). The higher salaries in Newark partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Newark spend roughly 18.9% of their income on rent, more than the 18% in Tiffin.