Proctorville, OH vs South Charleston, OH

South Charleston is moderately more affordable than Proctorville, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Proctorville scores 67 compared to 63 for South Charleston, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Proctorville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Proctorville is $853/month compared to $700/month in South Charleston — a 22% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while South Charleston has cheaper rent, Proctorville actually has lower median home values ($121,900 vs $131,500).

Median household income in Proctorville is $36,726 compared to $50,952 in South Charleston (-27.9%). South Charleston offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Proctorville spend roughly 27.9% of their income on rent, more than the 16.5% in South Charleston.