salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Columbus to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$123
👥 People living there
189,247
914,802
Commute to work
22.2 min
21.5 min
College degree
23.6%
38.2%
Own their home
50.7%
44.1%
Below poverty line
23.3%
18.1%
Unemployment
7.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $100,890 | +35% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $82,970 | $96,880 | +17% in Columbus |
| Market Research Analyst | $66,000 | $77,010 | +17% in Columbus |
| Electrician | $77,360 | $64,700 | -16% in Columbus |
| Software Developer | $105,430 | $122,340 | +16% in Columbus |
| Nursing Assistant | $39,250 | $42,970 | +9% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $137,810 | +9% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $61,070 | $66,480 | +9% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Akron and Columbus cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $61,349 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Columbus?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $71,269 in Columbus, 27% more in Columbus.