Cost of Living in Berea, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.5
100 = national avg
+9.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,161
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,835
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.6
Food105.0
Transportation109.9
Healthcare104.0
Utilities105.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,058
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,279
per month
The overall cost of living index in Berea is 109.5, which is 9.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,161 per year to cover basic expenses.