Cost of Living in Belle Center, OH

With a cost of living index of 74, Belle Center, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 26% cheaper than the national average and 4% below the Ohio state average of 78. Belle Center is a small community of 779 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Belle Center's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,043 (21% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $123,600 (59% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.6x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Belle Center is $75,000, which is 0% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Belle Center. The area sees an average annual temperature of 51.4°F, with summers averaging 72°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches spread over roughly 139 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.