Cleveland
USA
Updated on August 16, 2025
Overview
Cleveland is the second-largest city in Ohio, located on the southern shore of Lake Erie. It is known for its rich industrial history, cultural institutions like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and professional sports teams. The city has undergone significant urban transformation in recent decades.
Average cost of living€3,765.00
Quality of Life78/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€450.00
1-bed flat (center)€850.00
1-bed flat (outside)€650.00
3-bed flat (center)€1,400.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,100.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€140.00
Internet€45.00
Mobile plan€55.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.50
Monthly pass€75.00
Taxi start€3.50
Gasoline (1 l)€1.05
Leisure
Cinema ticket€12.00
Fitness club€35.00
Education
Preschool (month)€800.00
Intl. primary (year)€12,000.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€1,200.00
sqm outside center€800.00
Advantages
- ✓ Relatively low cost of living compared to other US cities
- ✓ Rich cultural offerings with museums, theaters, and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- ✓ Proximity to Lake Erie with recreational activities
- ✓ Strong healthcare sector with Cleveland Clinic
- ✓ Diverse community and well-preserved historic neighborhoods
Disadvantages
- × Cold climate with heavy snowfall in winter
- × Population decline in certain areas
- × Limited job market in some sectors
- × High crime rates in certain neighborhoods
- × Car dependency for transportation