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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Strongsville, OH — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Cleveland, OH area

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You'd spend $3.0K/month more in Denver, CO

$150.0K in your current city equals $186.6K in Denver, CO

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from Cleveland-Elyria, OH area
Overall Cost
↑ 40.7%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$3,049
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$36.6K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Strongsville, OH

Population:46K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$340K

Denver, CO

Population:716K
Cost Index:141
Median Home:$513K

Strongsville, OH

The Buckeye State

46K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Ohio, this city has a population of 46K residents.

Denver, CO

The Centennial State

716K
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Semi-arid

Notable Facts

  • •Mile-high city (5,280 ft)
  • •Outdoor recreation hub
  • •Major cannabis market

Major Industries

AerospaceTechnologyEnergyTourism

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Strongsville, OH vs Denver, CO

🏠Housing
↑ 127.5%
Strongsville, OH
$1,428
Denver, CO
$3,248
Difference
$1,821
more
📦Other
↑ 19.5%
Strongsville, OH
$1,485
Denver, CO
$1,774
Difference
$290
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 12.2%
Strongsville, OH
$1,303
Denver, CO
$1,462
Difference
$159
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 22.9%
Strongsville, OH
$514
Denver, CO
$632
Difference
$118
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 8.7%
Strongsville, OH
$947
Denver, CO
$1,029
Difference
$82.66
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 14.4%
Strongsville, OH
$454
Denver, CO
$519
Difference
$65.52
more

🏛️ Local Income Taxes

Denver, CO: Denver Head Tax ($5.75/mo, negligible)$69.00/yr (0.0%)

Strongsville, OH has no local income tax.

Local taxes are in addition to state income tax. Not all cities levy local income taxes.

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$884
To$1,720
↑ $836
1 Bed
From$1,005
To$1,840
↑ $835
2 Bed
From$1,216
To$2,190
↑ $974
3 Bed
From$1,565
To$2,870
↑ $1,305
Strongsville, OHZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,240–$1,240/mo

Denver, COZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,620–$2,540/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,130
Monthly in Strongsville, OH
$8,665
Monthly in Denver, CO
$2,535
Difference

Home Values

Strongsville
Denver
$340K
Median Value
$513K
↑ +4.5%
YoY Change
↓ -4.2%
↑ +41.8%
5-Year Change
↑ +13%
$340K
Price Range
$352K - $933K

Homes in Denver are 51% more expensive than Strongsville

Calculate payment - StrongsvilleCalculate payment - Denver

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↓ $2.2K
More taxes
Monthly Difference
$181
Less take-home
Effective Rate Diff
1.4%
Rate difference

Strongsville, OH

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Ohio State Tax
Effective: 3.0%
$4.4K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 27.6%
$41.4K
Take-Home Pay
$9,047/month
$108.6K

Denver, CO

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Colorado State Tax
Effective: 4.4%
$6.6K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 29.1%
$43.6K
Take-Home Pay
$8,866/month
$106.4K

Additional Tax Information

Strongsville, OH Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.2%
Property Tax:1.6%

Denver, CO Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.8%
Property Tax:0.5%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Strongsville
Denver
54 Moderate
Air Quality
55 Moderate
37.2%
Good Air Days
35.2%
98 High
Climate Risk
95 High
🌊🌡🌪
Top Hazards
🌊🌪💨
▲+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
11 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days
▲+3.3°F
2050 Outlook
▲+3.3°F
11 days
Heat Days >95°F
28 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Ohio and Colorado on TaxTakeHome.com

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