Cost of Living in Wright-Patterson AFB, OH

With a cost of living index of 101, Wright-Patterson AFB, OH is right around the national average in cost. Living here is 1% more expensive than the national average and 23% above the Ohio state average of 78. Wright-Patterson AFB is a small community of 1,560 residents.

The median household income in Wright-Patterson AFB is $79,205, which is 5% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 22% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

Everyday prices in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek, OH (Metropolitan Statistical Area) metro area are generally below the national average. Out of 6 common items tracked by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6 are priced lower than the US average. These real-world prices — from groceries to electricity — add up and should be factored into any cost of living comparison.

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.