Performance
Score Breakdown
Langley
Akron
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Langley is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
18% lower compared to Akron.
Housing costs are a major driver: Langley's average rent is
12% higher than Akron's.
| Metric | Langley | Akron | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,260 | $1,123 | +12% |
| Groceries | $415 | $742 | -44% |
| Utilities | $194 | $234 | -17% |
| Transport | $242 | $357 | -32% |
| Healthcare | $0 | $130 | -100% |
| Monthly Total | $2,111 | $2,586 | -18% |
| Cost Index | 95 | 85 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Akron offers 52% lower average salaries.
However, when adjusted for local cost of living, Akron delivers stronger purchasing power —
meaning your dollar stretches further day-to-day.
The minimum comfortable salary in Langley is estimated at
$32,424 vs $66,000 in Akron.
| Metric | Langley | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $35,056 | $73,000 |
| Salary Needed | $32,424 | $66,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 36,901 idx | 85,882 idx |
| Household Income | $64,150 | $48,076 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Langley | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 70.00% | 68.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Akron has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
4,000 minutes (67 hours) per year compared to Langley.
Langley scores higher for public transit, making it the better choice for car-free living.
For walkability, Akron leads — a better score here means more amenities reachable on foot.
| Metric | Langley | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 30 min | 22 min |
| Transit Score | 41.0/10 | 0.0/10 |
| Walkability | 44.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | ||
| Car Dependency | Medium | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Langley is the larger city
.
From a growth perspective, Langley is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
| Metric | Langley | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 197,585 | 189,664 |
| Pop. Growth | 2.40% | % |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 36.9 |
| Unemployment | 3.80% | 3.80% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Langley
Advantages
Langley offers more practical living space and functional layouts compared to Vancouver at similar budgets.
The city provides strong family-oriented infrastructure, including integrated schools, recreation centers, parks, and daily shopping nodes.
Langley boasts a diverse housing market with detached homes, townhomes, condos, and acreages, supporting strong resale demand.
The community has been recognized as one of Canada's fastest-growing, indicating strong long-term growth potential.
The unemployment rate in Langley is significantly lower than the national average, indicating a healthy job market.
Drawbacks
Commute times can be a significant trade-off, especially for those working outside Langley, due to corridor-based congestion.
Langley's crime rates are higher than the British Columbia average.
While some areas are highly walkable, many neighborhoods in Langley Township are car-dependent.
The rapid growth leads to evolving neighborhood character, which may not appeal to everyone.
Specific pockets within Langley City may be less desirable and should be researched carefully.
Akron
Advantages
The overall cost of living in Akron is 15% lower than the national average, making it a highly affordable city.
Housing costs are significantly lower than the national average, with average monthly rent at $1,123 and median home prices around $153,000.
Akron has a diverse economy with strong industries including healthcare, manufacturing, and the polymer sector.
The city offers a public transportation system (METRO RTA) with affordable monthly passes at $50.
Healthcare costs in Akron are approximately 14% lower than the national average.
Drawbacks
Akron has a high crime rate, with an overall crime rate 50% above the national average and a safety grade of C-.
The city is experiencing a projected population decline of -0.9% annually.
Akron has a negative job growth rate, with a 0.461% decline in employed population in 2024.
The lifestyle in Akron is largely car-dependent, with most errands requiring a vehicle and an average Walk Score of 48.
The median household income of $48,076 in 2024 is below the national average.
Explore
Dive Deeper
Key figures side by side — see which city wins each category at a glance.
Langley
#3British Columbia, Canada
80.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,260
Avg Salary
$35,056
Cost Index
95
Commute
30 min
Transit Score
41.0/10
Walkability
44.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
2.40%
Unemployment
3.80%
Livability
80
Business
75
Akron
#101Ohio, USA
60.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,123
Avg Salary
$73,000
Cost Index
85
Commute
22 min
Transit Score
0.0/10
Walkability
48.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
%
Unemployment
3.80%
Livability
65
Business
55
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