Cost of Living in Upper Arlington, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
195.5
100 = national avg
+95.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$86,014
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$203,307
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing240.7
Food165.4
Transportation132.3
Healthcare152.3
Utilities167.4
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,194
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,430
per month
The overall cost of living index in Upper Arlington is 195.5, which is 95.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 240.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $86,014 per year to cover basic expenses.