Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
15% cheaper
Cincinnati is 15% more affordable than Atlanta. A $75,000 salary in Atlanta is equivalent to $63,785 in Cincinnati.
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. Atlanta has a housing index of 113 while Cincinnati sits at 76 (national average = 100). The median home in Atlanta costs $350,000 compared to $195,000 in Cincinnati, a difference of $155,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,700 in Atlanta versus $1,100 in Cincinnati.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Atlanta scores 104 while Cincinnati scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Atlanta (101) are higher than Cincinnati (96). Both are close to the national average.
Median household income in Atlanta is $59,948 compared to $44,003 in Cincinnati. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Cincinnati.
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