Cost of Living in Kettering, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
109.2
100 = national avg
+9.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,032
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$113,530
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing113.4
Food104.7
Transportation109.5
Healthcare103.8
Utilities105.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,009
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,273
per month
The overall cost of living index in Kettering is 109.2, which is 9.2% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 113.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,032 per year to cover basic expenses.