Cost of Living in Botkins, OH

With a cost of living index of 73, Botkins, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 27% cheaper than the national average and 5% below the Ohio state average of 78. Botkins is a small community of 1,018 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Botkins's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $838 (36% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $187,500 (39% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.4x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Botkins is $78,750, which is 5% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% 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 Botkins. 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.