Moving from Lisbon to Akron (2026)

Akron has a COL index of 84 vs 63 for Lisbon (100 = US average). Expect to pay about 34% more for the same lifestyle.

Pay ~$1,231 more/mo
on rent + taxes ยท $75K salary baseline

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Key differences

COL index
63 โ†’ 84
100 = US avg
1BR rent
$1,400 โ†’ $1,200
per month
State tax
20% โ†’ 3.5%
income tax
COL difference
63 โ†’ 84
34% more expensive

Salary needed in Akron to match your Lisbon lifestyle

Based on the 34% cost of living increase between the two cities.

Your salary in LisbonEquivalent in Akron
$40K$53,760
$50K$67,200
$60K$80,640
$75K$100,800
$80K$107,520
$100K$134,400
$120K$161,280
$150K$201,600

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Save ~$208/moon core expenses at $75K

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

ExpenseLisbonAkron
Monthly take-home$3,491$4,522
1BR rent$1,400$1,200
Groceries$380$365
Transport$150$62
Utilities$90$162
Internet$35$58
Left after essentials$1,436$2,675

30-Year Wealth Builder

If you invest your monthly savings of $208 in a low-cost index fund (7% avg return), you'd accumulate an extra:

$253,754

over 30 years compared to staying in Lisbon โ€” that's the real price of a city.

$208/mo invested

Frequently asked questions

Is Akron cheaper than Lisbon?

No. Akron has a cost of living index of 84 vs 63 for Lisbon (100 = US average). That's about 34% more expensive.

How much will I save moving from Lisbon to Akron?

On a $75K salary, moving from Lisbon to Akron saves roughly $1,231/month on core expenses. That's ~$14,772/year.

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

To maintain the same purchasing power as $75,000 in Lisbon, you'd need roughly $100,800/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