Cost of Living in Cleveland, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
78.0
100 = national avg
-22.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,335
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,155
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing80.9
Food80.0
Transportation79.6
Healthcare84.0
Utilities84.1
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 Cleveland is 78.0, which is 22.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 80.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,335 per year to cover basic expenses.