Cost of Living in Berlin, OH

With a cost of living index of 83, Berlin, OH is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 17% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Ohio state average of 78. Berlin is a small community of 1,139 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Berlin's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $731 (45% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $352,900 (16% above the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 4x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Berlin is $88,472, which is 18% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 10% 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 Berlin. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50.2°F, with summers averaging 70°F and winters around 29°F. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches spread over roughly 0 days. Cold winters mean higher heating bills, an important cost-of-living consideration.

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.