Cost of Living in Baltic, OH

With a cost of living index of 69, Baltic, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 31% cheaper than the national average and 9% below the Ohio state average of 78. Baltic is a small community of 807 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Baltic's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $876 (34% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $121,800 (60% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.7x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Baltic is $70,781, which is 6% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 15% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Baltic. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.8°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 31°F. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches spread over roughly 166 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.