Roswell, OH vs Yankee Lake, OH

Roswell is moderately more affordable than Yankee Lake, with a 7.1% lower cost of living index. Roswell scores 62 compared to 67 for Yankee Lake, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Yankee Lake can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Roswell is $762/month compared to $730/month in Yankee Lake — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Yankee Lake has cheaper rent, Roswell actually has lower median home values ($86,700 vs $181,300).

Median household income in Roswell is $53,750 compared to $46,875 in Yankee Lake (+14.7%). Roswell offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Roswell spend roughly 17% of their income on rent, less than the 18.7% in Yankee Lake.