Cost of Living in Chickasaw, OH

With a cost of living index of 82, Chickasaw, OH is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 18% cheaper than the national average and 5% above the Ohio state average of 78. Chickasaw is a small community of 419 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Chickasaw's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $917 (30% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $275,000 (10% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Chickasaw is $99,583, which is 33% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 11% 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 Chickasaw. 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.