salaryColumbus is 13% 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
$1,648
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$173
👥 People living there
397,742
203,711
Commute to work
26.6 min
20.9 min
College degree
32.6%
30.5%
Own their home
54.3%
50.8%
Below poverty line
12.9%
19%
Unemployment
5.7%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $49,990 | -46% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $104,120 | -38% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $111,010 | $82,330 | -26% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $64,900 | $48,770 | -25% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $61,250 | $47,410 | -23% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $59,560 | $46,780 | -21% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $101,870 | $80,240 | -21% in Columbus |
| Truck Driver | $59,530 | $47,570 | -20% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 13% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $51,972 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Columbus?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $62,632 in Columbus, 29% more in Arlington.