Quick answer
Overall prices in the Washington, DC metro were 108.9 vs 93.9 in Cleveland, OH in 2024 (US = 100), so Washington is 15.9% more expensive than Cleveland; housing rents differ by 90% (151.1 vs 79.4). A $75,000 income in Washington buys about what $64,695 buys in Cleveland, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Washington | Cleveland | Washington vs Cleveland |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 108.9 | 93.9 | +15.9% |
| Goods | 104.8 | 93.6 | +12.0% |
| Housing (rents) | 151.1 | 79.4 | +90.3% |
| Utilities | 106.7 | 96.0 | +11.2% |
| Other services | 102.3 | 98.9 | +3.4% |
| All items, 2008 | 114.8 | 92.6 | +24.0% |
| $50,000 in Washington equals in Cleveland | $43,130 | ||
| $100,000 in Washington equals in Cleveland | $86,260 | ||
| $150,000 in Washington equals in Cleveland | $129,390 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.