Head to head
Cleveland, OH vs Memphis, TN
Cleveland is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $120/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Cleveland53 | Memphis56 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,263 | $3,383 |
| Salary for comfort | $57,500/yr | $58,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,090 | $1,180 |
| Median home value | $115,000 | $175,000 |
| Median household income | $39,000 | $51,000 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| Housing score | 61 | 69 |
| Jobs score | 16 | 15 |
| Safety score | 9 | 0 |
| Climate score | 75 | 100 |
| Amenities score | 54 | 55 |
| Population | 362K | 620K |
| Summer high / winter low | 82° / 22° | 92° / 33° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Cleveland, OH
Memphis, TN