salaryColumbus is 21% 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
$2,566
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,395
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$102,702
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$831,200
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$5,363
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$152
$173
👥 People living there
344,521
203,711
Commute to work
27.4 min
20.9 min
College degree
29.7%
30.5%
Own their home
46.2%
50.8%
Below poverty line
12.4%
19%
Unemployment
5.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Anaheim for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anaheim | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $49,990 | -59% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $48,770 | -50% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $104,120 | -46% in Columbus |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $20,800 | -42% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $45,070 | -40% in Columbus |
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $61,360 | -40% in Columbus |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $82,500 | -39% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $73,830 | $46,780 | -37% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anaheim or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 21% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $2,566 in Anaheim.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Anaheim?
About $47,178 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Anaheim or Columbus?
The typical household earns $102,702 in Anaheim and $62,632 in Columbus, 64% more in Anaheim.