Norton, OH vs Waverly, OH

Waverly is moderately more affordable than Norton, with a 11.2% lower cost of living index. Norton scores 81 compared to 73 for Waverly, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Norton 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 $939/month in Waverly — a 18% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waverly is more affordable at $149,400 median vs $181,900.

Median household income in Norton is $87,060 compared to $49,519 in Waverly (+75.8%). While Norton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Norton spend roughly 15.3% of their income on rent, less than the 22.8% in Waverly.