Cost of Living in Dalton, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
94.4
100 = national avg
-5.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$41,519
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$98,135
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing93.0
Food96.6
Transportation93.2
Healthcare97.3
Utilities96.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$816
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,041
per month
The overall cost of living index in Dalton is 94.4, which is 5.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 93.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $41,519 per year to cover basic expenses.