Cost of Living in McComb, OH

With a cost of living index of 67, McComb, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 33% cheaper than the national average and 10% below the Ohio state average of 78. McComb is a small community of 1,455 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in McComb's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $793 (40% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $135,800 (55% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 2.2x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in McComb is $61,809, which is 18% 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 McComb. The area sees an average annual temperature of 52.4°F, with summers averaging 73°F and winters around 30°F. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches spread over roughly 126 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.