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Cleveland

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