Cost of Living in Clay Center, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
87.5
100 = national avg
-12.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$38,521
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$91,050
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.6
Food99.5
Transportation99.0
Healthcare99.6
Utilities93.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$843
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,106
per month
The overall cost of living index in Clay Center is 87.5, which is 12.5% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $38,521 per year to cover basic expenses.