Cost of Living in Youngstown, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
67.2
100 = national avg
-32.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,563
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$69,877
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing58.9
Food76.6
Transportation74.8
Healthcare81.2
Utilities77.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$771
per month
2 Bedroom
$973
per month
The overall cost of living index in Youngstown is 67.2, which is 32.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 58.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,563 per year to cover basic expenses.