Cost of Living in Shaker Heights, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
147.7
100 = national avg
+47.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$65,006
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$153,651
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing169.6
Food124.7
Transportation149.4
Healthcare119.8
Utilities128.7
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 Shaker Heights is 147.7, which is 47.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 169.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $65,006 per year to cover basic expenses.