West Jefferson, OH vs Wilmington, OH

West Jefferson, OH and Wilmington, OH have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. West Jefferson scores 77 while Wilmington scores 74 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in West Jefferson is $964/month compared to $925/month in Wilmington — a 4% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Wilmington is more affordable at $162,700 median vs $180,000.

Median household income in West Jefferson is $64,321 compared to $52,661 in Wilmington (+22.1%). While West Jefferson is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of West Jefferson spend roughly 18% of their income on rent, less than the 21.1% in Wilmington.