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
$1,401
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,284
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$73,680
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$291,500
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,678
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$94
$123
👥 People living there
562,218
914,802
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.5 min
College degree
39.2%
38.2%
Own their home
61.8%
44.1%
Below poverty line
15.5%
18.1%
Unemployment
5.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Albuquerque for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 2 more.
- Pick Columbus for cheaper homes, shorter commutes, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Albuquerque | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $42,420 | $61,780 | +46% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $73,380 | $100,890 | +37% in Columbus |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,040 | $77,010 | +24% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $114,610 | $137,810 | +20% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $57,110 | $64,440 | +13% in Columbus |
| Registered Nurse | $96,040 | $83,900 | -13% in Columbus |
| Medical Assistant | $39,200 | $44,140 | +13% in Columbus |
| Nurse Practitioner | $140,950 | $124,580 | -12% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Albuquerque or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque?
About $59,952 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Albuquerque or Columbus?
The typical household earns $73,680 in Albuquerque and $71,269 in Columbus, 3% more in Albuquerque.