Looking for a fresh start in a new Akron neighborhood that is actually affordable? Fortunately, there are some neighborhoods that still offer affordable cost of living. Listed below are the most affordable neighborhoods in Akron for 2026, ranked by their cost of living index. The cost of living index includes various items such as: goods and services, groceries, utilities, real estate and rental rates. For reference, the national average for cost of living is 100.

Population 3,119
-7%
Cost of Living Index 79 vs 86
7% lower than Akron
Population 7,067
-7%
Cost of Living Index 80 vs 86
7% lower than Akron
Population 5,095
-5%
Cost of Living Index 81 vs 86
5% lower than Akron
Population 5,590
-4%
Cost of Living Index 82 vs 86
4% lower than Akron
Population 5,717
-4%
Cost of Living Index 82 vs 86
4% lower than Akron
Population 11,643
-4%
Cost of Living Index 82 vs 86
4% lower than Akron
Population 5,849
-3%
Cost of Living Index 83 vs 86
3% lower than Akron
Population 16,389
-2%
Cost of Living Index 84 vs 86
2% lower than Akron
Population 4,786
-2%
Cost of Living Index 84 vs 86
2% lower than Akron
Population 7,470
-1%
Cost of Living Index 84 vs 86
1% lower than Akron
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