salaryAmarillo is 4% 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
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$123
👥 People living there
201,885
914,802
Commute to work
19.6 min
21.5 min
College degree
26.6%
38.2%
Own their home
59.7%
44.1%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.1%
Unemployment
3.4%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $37,490 | +65% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $47,780 | $66,480 | +39% in Columbus |
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $99,010 | +30% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $64,440 | +29% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $100,890 | +28% in Columbus |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $78,150 | +28% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $48,420 | $61,780 | +28% in Columbus |
| Market Research Analyst | $61,380 | $77,010 | +25% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Amarillo is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,219 a month there versus $1,611 in Columbus.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $62,384 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 $71,269 in Columbus, 0% more in Columbus.