Cost of Living in Montpelier, OH

With a cost of living index of 64, Montpelier, OH is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 36% cheaper than the national average and 14% below the Ohio state average of 78. Montpelier is a small community of 3,916 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Montpelier's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $758 (43% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $105,200 (65% 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 Montpelier is $48,720, which is 35% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 19% 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 Montpelier. The area sees an average annual temperature of 50°F, with summers averaging 71°F and winters around 28°F. Annual rainfall totals 33 inches spread over roughly 127 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.