salaryColumbus is 18% 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
$2,666
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$173
👥 People living there
236,254
203,711
Commute to work
26.2 min
20.9 min
College degree
77.1%
30.5%
Own their home
41.3%
50.8%
Below poverty line
7.4%
19%
Unemployment
3.3%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $20,800 | -55% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $82,330 | -47% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $104,120 | -47% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $49,990 | -40% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $46,780 | -35% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $71,860 | $47,410 | -34% in Columbus |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $50,730 | -33% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $80,240 | -33% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $49,206 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Columbus?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $62,632 in Columbus, 145% more in Arlington.