Cost of Living in South Euclid, OH

Population 21,606 · Ohio · Data vintage 2023

66
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

South Euclid offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $135,000 — costs less than 1.7 times median household income of $78,782, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago.

South Euclid sits roughly 9 miles east of Cleveland — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 43% higher than Cleveland's $94,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 44
Rent 99

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

About the Cost of Living in South Euclid

The median home value in South Euclid is $134,800 — 56% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,298/month, 1% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $78,782/year is 6% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 5.6%, above the national average of 4.8%. Ohio's top state income tax rate is 3.8% and the combined sales tax is 7.2%. The climate averages highs of 58.9°F and lows of 45.8°F. Overall, South Euclid has a cost of living index of 66 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 34% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$134,800
56% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$175,472
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
1% below avg
Zillow Rent
$1,731/mo
Zillow ZORI
Price-to-Rent Ratio
8.7x
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 82.1%
Renter-occupied 17.9%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,298
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,912/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
27.4 min
1% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
16.9%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
71.5%
Carpooled
6.2%
Public transit
2.8%
Walked
1.4%
Bicycle
0.1%
Work from home
16.9%

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
$78,782
6% above avg
Per Capita Income
$38,634
Unemployment Rate
5.6%
17% above avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Labor Force Participation
67.4%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 23.2%
Graduate degree 19.0%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 37.7
Male median age 32.7
Female median age 41.8

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
58.9°F
Avg Low
45.8°F
Annual Precip
33.3"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 353745576877818074635140
Low °F 242531415363686760493830
Precip" 1.761.532.353.103.512.843.663.452.943.242.922.04

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 57 — Moderate
32.1%
Good air days/yr
234
Max AQI recorded
276
PM2.5 days
83
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in South Euclid, OH?

South Euclid has a cost index of 66 (100 = national average). It is 34% below the national average.

What is average rent in South Euclid, OH?

The median gross rent in South Euclid is $1,298 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in South Euclid?

The median home value in South Euclid is $134,800 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in South Euclid?

The median household income in South Euclid is $78,782 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in South Euclid, OH?

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

Is South Euclid, OH affordable?

Yes, South Euclid is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 66 — about 34% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in South Euclid?

South Euclid has average high temperatures of 58.9°F and average lows of 45.8°F. Annual precipitation is 33.3". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

South Euclid at a Glance

Population
21,606
Median Income
$78,782
Home Value
$134,800
Median Rent
$1,298/mo
Unemployment
5.6%
Avg High Temp
58.9°F
Sales Tax
7.2%
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