Norton, OH vs Stow, OH

Norton is moderately more affordable than Stow, with a 8.5% lower cost of living index. Norton scores 81 compared to 89 for Stow, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Stow can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Norton is $1,108/month compared to $1,204/month in Stow — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Norton is more affordable at $181,900 median vs $238,000.

Median household income in Norton is $87,060 compared to $91,933 in Stow (-5.3%). The higher salaries in Stow partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Norton spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 15.7% in Stow.