Performance
Score Breakdown
Repentigny
Akron
Livability
Affordability
Business
Growth
Expenses
Cost of Living
Repentigny is the more affordable option overall — monthly living expenses run approximately
25% lower compared to Akron.
Housing costs are a major driver: Repentigny's average rent is
12% higher than Akron's.
| Metric | Repentigny | Akron | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,260 | $1,123 | +12% |
| Groceries | $324 | $742 | -56% |
| Utilities | $123 | $234 | -47% |
| Transport | $65 | $357 | -82% |
| Healthcare | $180 | $130 | +38% |
| Monthly Total | $1,952 | $2,586 | -25% |
| Cost Index | 68 | 85 | out of 100 |
Income
Salary & Income
Akron offers 31% 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 Repentigny is estimated at
$42,042 vs $66,000 in Akron.
| Metric | Repentigny | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Average Salary | $50,062 | $73,000 |
| Salary Needed | $42,042 | $66,000 |
| Purchasing Power | 73,621 idx | 85,882 idx |
| Household Income | $65,520 | $48,076 |
Weather
Climate Comparison
Both cities share a similar average temperature, within 0°F of each other.
| Metric | Repentigny | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Temp | °F | °F |
| Summer High | °F | °F |
| Winter Low | °F | °F |
| Rainfall | in | in |
| Snowfall | in | in |
| Sunny Days | ||
| Humidity | 68.00% | 68.00% |
Mobility
Commute & Transport
Akron has the shorter commute — saving residents roughly
4,000 minutes (67 hours) per year compared to Repentigny.
Repentigny 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 | Repentigny | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Commute Time | 30 min | 22 min |
| Transit Score | 65.0/10 | 0.0/10 |
| Walkability | 37.0/10 | 48.0/10 |
| Traffic Index | 55.00 | |
| Car Dependency | High | High |
Population
Economy & Demographics
Akron is the larger city
— approximately 0.5x the population of Repentigny.
From a growth perspective, Repentigny is expanding faster, signaling stronger demand for housing, jobs, and services.
On the employment side, Akron has a lower unemployment rate, reflecting a tighter and more competitive job market.
| Metric | Repentigny | Akron |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 92,430 | 189,664 |
| Pop. Growth | 1.25% | % |
| Median Age | 44.1 | 36.9 |
| Unemployment | 5.90% | 3.80% |
| GDP | $0.0B | $0.0B |
At a Glance
Pros & Cons
Repentigny
Advantages
Repentigny has an exceptional Livability Score of 89/100.
Crime rates in Repentigny are 66% lower than the national average and have decreased by 15% year-over-year.
The cost of living in Repentigny is 3% lower than the Quebec average.
The city offers excellent transit access with plenty of public transportation options.
Repentigny boasts abundant green spaces and a tranquil, slower-paced lifestyle.
Drawbacks
Repentigny is largely a car-dependent city, with most errands requiring a car.
The average rent for apartments in Repentigny is approximately 47% higher compared to the Quebec average.
While transit access is good, public transportation usage for commuting is relatively low at 4.4%.
The city's average Walk Score of 37 indicates limited walkability for daily errands.
Specific data on job growth rates and new business growth rates for Repentigny itself are not readily available, requiring inference from regional data.
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.
Repentigny
#6Quebec, Canada
75.0 / 100 overall
Avg Rent
$1,260
Avg Salary
$50,062
Cost Index
68
Commute
30 min
Transit Score
65.0/10
Walkability
37.0/10
Sunny Days
/yr
Avg Temp
°F
Pop. Growth
1.25%
Unemployment
5.90%
Livability
89
Business
70
Akron
#102Ohio, 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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