Cost of living in Youngstown

Youngstown, United States is Affordable overall. Monthly costs are about $1145 for one person and $2717 for a family of four, including rent.

How expensive is Youngstown compared to other cities?

Youngstown is 20% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Youngstown compare to your city?

Youngstown is 60% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Youngstown is, on average, 78% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Youngstown?

Who is Youngstown a good fit for?

Youngstown 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 Youngstown so expensive?

The primary driver of expenses in Youngstown is rent and utilities, which can significantly impact overall living costs.

Is food expensive in Youngstown?

Food costs in Youngstown are 16% lower than the European benchmark, making it more affordable for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Youngstown?

Public transport is 35% lower than the European benchmark, providing a cost-effective option for commuting.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1145 $
Without Rent
566 $
Rent & Utilities
579 $
Food
402 $
Transport
49 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3549 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
60.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 9.06 $
Dinner 35.9 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 7.99 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 3.66 $
Capuccino 4.88 $
Coke, 330ml 2.64 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.76 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 1.44 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.44 $
Eggs, 12 pack 2.28 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.69 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 9.24 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 7.34 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.38 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.45 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.89 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.66 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.21 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 1.64 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.91 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 1.92 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 11 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 4.84 $
Cigarette pack 7 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.82 $
Monthly Pass 50.2 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.74 $
Taxi, 8 km 15.9 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 84.1 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 5.87 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 4.1 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 2.2 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 0.99 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 129 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 198 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 37.1 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 352 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 575 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 657 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 817 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,172 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,17 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,549 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.73%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 28.1 $
Cinema, 1 seat 10.5 $
Haircut 10.4 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 78.2 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 41.2 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 449 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 19,615 $

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Canada
Youngstown vs Toronto (Toronto is 125% more expensive) Youngstown vs Montreal (Montreal is 71% more expensive) Youngstown vs Calgary (Calgary is 88% more expensive) Youngstown vs Ottawa (Ottawa is 95% more expensive) Youngstown vs Edmonton (Edmonton is 56% more expensive) Youngstown vs Winnipeg (Winnipeg is 53% more expensive) Youngstown vs Mississauga (Mississauga is 116% more expensive) Youngstown vs Vancouver (Vancouver is 131% more expensive) Youngstown vs Brampton (Brampton is 86% more expensive) Youngstown vs Hamilton (Hamilton is 88% more expensive)
Barbados
Youngstown vs Bridgetown (Bridgetown is 19% more expensive) Youngstown vs Holetown (Holetown is 21% more expensive)
Panama
Youngstown vs Panama City (Panama City is 21% more expensive) Youngstown vs Colon (Colon is 3% more expensive) Youngstown vs Tocumen (Tocumen is 8% more expensive) Youngstown vs Santiago de Veraguas (Santiago de Veraguas is 8% less expensive) Youngstown vs David (David is 27% less expensive) Youngstown vs La Chorrera (La Chorrera is 17% less expensive) Youngstown vs Balboa (Balboa is 9% more expensive) Youngstown vs Pacora (Pacora is 9% more expensive) Youngstown vs Chitre (Chitre is 5% less expensive) Youngstown vs Penonome (Penonome is 4% less expensive)
Saint Kitts And Nevis
Youngstown vs Basseterre (Basseterre is 8% more expensive) Youngstown vs Cayon (Cayon is 8% more expensive)
Cuba
Youngstown vs Havana (Havana is 11% less expensive) Youngstown vs Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba is 24% more expensive) Youngstown vs Holguin (Holguin is 12% more expensive) Youngstown vs Camaguey (Camaguey is 33% more expensive) Youngstown vs Santa Clara (Santa Clara is 8% less expensive) Youngstown vs Bayamo (Bayamo is 2% more expensive) Youngstown vs Guantanamo (Guantanamo is 36% more expensive) Youngstown vs Las Tunas (Las Tunas is 36% more expensive) Youngstown vs Pinar del Rio (Pinar del Rio is 4% less expensive) Youngstown vs Cienfuegos (Cienfuegos is 23% less expensive)
Costa Rica
Youngstown vs San Jose (San Jose is 8% more expensive) Youngstown vs Limon (Limon is 5% more expensive) Youngstown vs Liberia (Liberia is 22% less expensive) Youngstown vs Alajuela (Alajuela is 8% more expensive) Youngstown vs Puntarenas (Puntarenas is 12% more expensive) Youngstown vs Cartago (Cartago is 16% less expensive) Youngstown vs Heredia (Heredia is 9% more expensive) Youngstown vs Tamarindo (Tamarindo is 47% more expensive) Youngstown vs Santa Teresa (Santa Teresa is 14% more expensive)
Saint Lucia
Youngstown vs Castries (Castries is 1% more expensive) Youngstown vs Vieux Fort (Vieux Fort is 4% more expensive)
Jamaica
Youngstown vs Kingston (Kingston is 16% more expensive) Youngstown vs Spanish Town (Spanish Town is 32% less expensive) Youngstown vs Montego Bay (Montego Bay is 11% less expensive) Youngstown vs Half Way Tree (Half Way Tree is 2% more expensive) Youngstown vs May Pen (May Pen is 28% less expensive) Youngstown vs Mandeville (Mandeville is 15% less expensive) Youngstown vs Old Harbour (Old Harbour is 26% less expensive) Youngstown vs Linstead (Linstead is 9% less expensive) Youngstown vs Savanna-la-Mar (Savanna-la-Mar is 2% less expensive) Youngstown vs Port Antonio (Port Antonio is 0% less expensive)
El Salvador
Youngstown vs San Salvador (San Salvador is 4% more expensive) Youngstown vs Santa Ana (Santa Ana is 38% less expensive) Youngstown vs Soyapango (Soyapango is 2% more expensive) Youngstown vs San Miguel (San Miguel is 6% less expensive) Youngstown vs Mejicanos (Mejicanos is 1% more expensive) Youngstown vs Apopa (Apopa has similar costs) Youngstown vs Santa Tecla (Santa Tecla is 5% more expensive) Youngstown vs Ahuachapan (Ahuachapan is 27% more expensive) Youngstown vs Usulutan (Usulutan is 5% less expensive) Youngstown vs Sonsonate (Sonsonate is 23% less expensive)
Antigua And Barbuda
Youngstown vs St. John's (St. John's is 5% less expensive) Youngstown vs All Saints (All Saints is 6% less expensive)
Grenada
Youngstown vs St. George's (St. George's is 7% less expensive) Youngstown vs Grenville (Grenville is 7% less expensive)
Dominica
Youngstown vs Roseau (Roseau is 12% less expensive) Youngstown vs Portsmouth (Portsmouth is 1% less expensive)
Saint Vincent
Youngstown vs Kingstown (Kingstown is 14% less expensive) Youngstown vs Georgetown (Georgetown is 12% less expensive)
Belize
Youngstown vs Belize City (Belize City is 23% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Ignacio (San Ignacio is 5% less expensive) Youngstown vs Belmopan (Belmopan is 36% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Pedro Town (San Pedro Town is 16% more expensive) Youngstown vs Caye Caulker (Caye Caulker is 37% more expensive)
Guatemala
Youngstown vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 12% less expensive) Youngstown vs Mixco (Mixco is 44% less expensive) Youngstown vs Coban (Coban is 20% less expensive) Youngstown vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 32% less expensive) Youngstown vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 21% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 21% less expensive) Youngstown vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 24% less expensive) Youngstown vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 24% less expensive) Youngstown vs Flores (Flores is 25% less expensive) Youngstown vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 31% less expensive)
Honduras
Youngstown vs Tegucigalpa (Tegucigalpa is 28% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Pedro Sula (San Pedro Sula is 9% less expensive) Youngstown vs Choloma (Choloma is 48% less expensive) Youngstown vs La Ceiba (La Ceiba is 43% less expensive) Youngstown vs El Progreso (El Progreso is 23% less expensive) Youngstown vs Villanueva (Villanueva is 24% less expensive) Youngstown vs Comayagua (Comayagua is 38% less expensive) Youngstown vs Puerto Cortes (Puerto Cortes is 37% less expensive) Youngstown vs Yoro (Yoro is 36% less expensive) Youngstown vs La Lima (La Lima is 24% less expensive)
Dominican Republic
Youngstown vs Santiago de los Caballeros (Santiago de los Caballeros is 31% less expensive) Youngstown vs Santo Domingo (Santo Domingo is 9% less expensive) Youngstown vs Puerto Plata (Puerto Plata is 33% less expensive) Youngstown vs Higuey (Higuey is 33% less expensive) Youngstown vs La Vega (La Vega is 50% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Cristobal (San Cristobal is 27% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Pedro de Macoris (San Pedro de Macoris is 36% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Francisco de Macoris (San Francisco de Macoris is 54% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Juan de la Maguana (San Juan de la Maguana is 45% less expensive) Youngstown vs Bonao (Bonao is 53% less expensive)
Nicaragua
Youngstown vs Managua (Managua is 32% less expensive) Youngstown vs Leon (Leon is 44% less expensive) Youngstown vs Masaya (Masaya is 38% less expensive) Youngstown vs Matagalpa (Matagalpa is 52% less expensive) Youngstown vs Chinandega (Chinandega is 44% less expensive) Youngstown vs Esteli (Esteli is 48% less expensive) Youngstown vs Granada (Granada is 39% less expensive) Youngstown vs Jinotega (Jinotega is 60% less expensive) Youngstown vs Juigalpa (Juigalpa is 42% less expensive) Youngstown vs San Juan del Sur (San Juan del Sur is 22% less expensive)