Cost of Living in Cleveland, OH
Is it worth moving here?
How far does a $70,000 salary go in Cleveland? Estimated income taxes on that gross salary total approximately $8,450 per year — combining federal taxes with Ohio's state income tax. Subtract rent for a 2-bedroom apartment ($1,279/month based on HUD Fair Market Rents for the Cleveland metro area) and the estimated annual take-home is $46,202, or roughly $3,850 per month for everything else: food, transportation, savings, and discretionary spending.
The Cleveland metro has a cost of living index of 78.2 according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (national average = 100). At 22% below the national average, Cleveland is a genuinely affordable metro where everyday expenses stretch further than in most cities.
At a $70,000 salary, the estimated 2-bedroom rent in Cleveland represents approximately 22% of gross income. That falls comfortably below the 30% rent-burden guideline, a healthy position for building savings.
Annual Breakdown
Cost of Living Index
Living in Cleveland, OH is roughly 22% less expensive than the national average.
Monthly Take-Home
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