Moving from Fayetteville to Akron (2026)

Akron has a COL index of 84 vs 84 for Fayetteville (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 0% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$63 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
84 โ†’ 84
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,200 โ†’ $1,200
per month
State tax
4.5% โ†’ 3.5%
income tax
COL difference
84 โ†’ 84
0% more expensive

Salary needed in Akron to match your Fayetteville lifestyle

Based on the 0% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in FayettevilleEquivalent in Akron
$40K$40,000
$50K$50,000
$60K$60,000
$75K$75,000
$80K$80,000
$100K$100,000
$120K$120,000
$150K$150,000

๐Ÿ’ต Household income (before tax)

$75K
$
$30K$300K
Pay ~$46/mo moreon core expenses at $75K

Monthly budget at $75K โ€” Fayetteville vs Akron

ExpenseFayettevilleAkron
Monthly take-home$4,459$4,522
1BR rent$1,200$1,200
Groceries$353$365
Transport$42$62
Utilities$148$162
Internet$58$58
Left after essentials$2,658$2,675

Frequently asked questions

Is Akron cheaper than Fayetteville?

No. Akron has a cost of living index of 84 vs 84 for Fayetteville (100 = US average). That's about 0% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Fayetteville to Akron?

On a $75K salary, moving from Fayetteville to Akron saves roughly $63/month on core expenses. That's ~$756/year.

What salary do I need in Akron to match my Fayetteville lifestyle?

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Fayetteville, you'd need roughly $75,000/year in Akron. This is based on the overall COL index difference.

Estimates based on Q1 2026 COL index and market data. Budget uses simplified federal/state tax rates. Zillow ยท BLS ยท Numbeo ยท For general guidance only