Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
26% cheaper
Cleveland is 26% more affordable than New Haven. A $75,000 salary in New Haven is equivalent to $55,297 in Cleveland.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Cleveland has a housing index of 59 while New Haven sits at 137 (national average = 100). The median home in Cleveland costs $100,000 compared to $250,000 in New Haven, a difference of $150,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $900 in Cleveland versus $1,400 in New Haven.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Cleveland scores 99 while New Haven scores 106.
Healthcare costs in Cleveland (96) are lower than New Haven (114).
Median household income in Cleveland is $32,053 compared to $42,158 in New Haven. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cleveland.
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