Cost of living in Akron

In Akron, United States, a single person typically needs around $1774 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $3893 monthly.

How expensive is Akron compared to other cities?

Akron is 24% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Akron compare to your city?

Akron is 46% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Akron is, on average, 62% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Akron?

Who is Akron a good fit for?

Akron is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Akron so expensive?

The primary driver of Akron's high cost of living is rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in Akron?

Yes, food costs in Akron are 15% higher compared to the European benchmark.

Is public transport affordable in Akron?

Public transport in Akron is 4% lower than the European benchmark, making it relatively affordable.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1774 $
Without Rent
768 $
Rent & Utilities
1006 $
Food
547 $
Transport
72 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
2896 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
190.0K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 19.3 $
Dinner 51.8 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.04 $
Capuccino 4.69 $
Coke, 330ml 2.33 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.74 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.39 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.06 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.21 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.24 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.5 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 13.4 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.68 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.44 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.29 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 6.17 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.42 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.14 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.13 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.91 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 10.1 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.72 $
Cigarette pack 8.46 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.26 $
Monthly Pass 50.4 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.85 $
Taxi, 8 km 22.4 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 117 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.01 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.27 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 3.29 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.19 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 118 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 181 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 74.6 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 770 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,239 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 988 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,486 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,504 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,25 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 2,896 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.34%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 49.7 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.9 $
Haircut 15.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 88.1 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 43.7 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 453 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 12,599 $

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Akron vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 43% less expensive) Akron vs Mixco (Mixco is 64% less expensive) Akron vs Coban (Coban is 49% less expensive) Akron vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 56% less expensive) Akron vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 49% less expensive) Akron vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 49% less expensive) Akron vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 51% less expensive) Akron vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 51% less expensive) Akron vs Flores (Flores is 52% less expensive) Akron vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 55% less expensive)
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