Cost of Living in Greenville, OH

Population 12,748 · Ohio · Data vintage 2023

51
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Household incomes in Greenville run well below national norms — a median of $46,664 versus the $74,580 US figure. Housing costs partially offset that gap (typical home values around $147,000).

Geographically, Greenville is about 30 miles northwest of Dayton, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 58% higher than Dayton's $93,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 48
Rent 54

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Greenville

The median home value in Greenville is $147,200 — 52% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $710/month, 46% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $46,664/year is 37% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.3%, below the national average of 4.8%. Ohio's top state income tax rate is 3.8% and the combined sales tax is 7.2%. Overall, Greenville has a cost of living index of 51 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 49% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$147,200
52% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$192,234
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$710/mo
46% below avg
Zillow Rent
$675/mo
Zillow ZORI
Price-to-Rent Ratio
17.3x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
1.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$686
1 BR
$748
2 BR
$929
3 BR
$1,199
4 BR
$1,374
Owner-occupied 52.9%
Renter-occupied 47.1%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$710
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,324/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
20.0 min
26% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
4.2%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
79.0%
Carpooled
12.5%
Public transit
0.2%
Walked
3.1%
Bicycle
0.1%
Work from home
4.2%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 3.8%
Total Sales Tax 7.2%
State rate 5.8%
Avg local rate 1.4%
Property Tax 1.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$46,664
37% below avg
Per Capita Income
$29,358
Unemployment Rate
4.3%
10% below avg
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Labor Force Participation
56.3%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 11.3%
Graduate degree 4.6%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 41.3
Male median age 39.5
Female median age 44.4

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

88%
4-Year Graduation Rate
17.6:1
Student-teacher ratio
3
Public schools
2,518
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Greenville, OH?

Greenville has a cost index of 51 (100 = national average). It is 49% below the national average.

What is average rent in Greenville, OH?

The median gross rent in Greenville is $710 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Greenville?

The median home value in Greenville is $147,200 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Greenville?

The median household income in Greenville is $46,664 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Greenville, OH?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Greenville is 7.2%. The Ohio state income tax top rate is 3.8%.

Is Greenville, OH affordable?

Yes, Greenville is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 51 — about 49% below the US national average of 100.

Greenville at a Glance

Population
12,748
Median Income
$46,664
Home Value
$147,200
Median Rent
$710/mo
Unemployment
4.3%
Sales Tax
7.2%
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