South Lebanon, OH vs Tallmadge, OH

Tallmadge is moderately more affordable than South Lebanon, with a 12.4% lower cost of living index. South Lebanon scores 92 compared to 82 for Tallmadge, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of South Lebanon can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in South Lebanon is $1,086/month compared to $1,008/month in Tallmadge — a 8% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Tallmadge is more affordable at $226,400 median vs $315,800.

Median household income in South Lebanon is $110,729 compared to $91,273 in Tallmadge (+21.3%). While South Lebanon is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of South Lebanon spend roughly 11.8% of their income on rent, less than the 13.3% in Tallmadge.