Cost of Living in Van Buren, OH

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8%
Overall NAT. AVG.
1%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
21%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Van Buren Ohio National
Cost of living9289100
Groceries9997100
Health care9796100
Housing7974100
Transportation9696100
Utilities9396100
Lifestyle & Entertainment10095100
Household Items9997100
Education & Childcare9893100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Van Buren is 3% higher than the Ohio average
  • The cost of living in Van Buren is 8% lower than the national average
  • Van Buren housing is 21% lower than the national average
  • Ohio general sales tax is 13% higher than the national average
  • Ohio state income tax is 6% higher than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$117,327$9,777$2,737$3,520
      Renters$105,046$8,754$2,451$3,152

      Ohio Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Ohio 5.75% 8%

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      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Ohio 2.76% 3.99%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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