Cost of Living in Chesapeake, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
76.8
100 = national avg
-23.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$33,780
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$79,843
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing71.7
Food85.7
Transportation71.3
Healthcare88.5
Utilities85.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$853
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chesapeake is 76.8, which is 23.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 71.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $33,780 per year to cover basic expenses.