salaryColumbus is 3% cheaperBased 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
$1,219
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$173
👥 People living there
201,885
203,711
Commute to work
19.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
26.6%
30.5%
Own their home
59.7%
50.8%
Below poverty line
15.8%
19%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
- Pick Columbus for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $49,990 | -37% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $104,120 | -20% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $55,970 | $47,410 | -15% in Columbus |
| Truck Driver | $54,290 | $47,570 | -12% in Columbus |
| Physician Assistant | $132,990 | $117,030 | -12% in Columbus |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $68,080 | +11% in Columbus |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $20,800 | -8% in Columbus |
| Pharmacist | $143,520 | $132,790 | -7% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,219 in Amarillo.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $58,351 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Columbus?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $62,632 in Columbus, 13% more in Amarillo.