Troy, OH vs Van Wert, OH

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Van Wert is 21.2% cheaper than Troy. With a cost index of 64 vs 77, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Van Wert to Troy should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Troy is $934/month compared to $739/month in Van Wert — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Van Wert is more affordable at $109,700 median vs $199,400.

Median household income in Troy is $70,450 compared to $53,632 in Van Wert (+31.4%). While Troy is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Troy spend roughly 15.9% of their income on rent, less than the 16.5% in Van Wert.