salaryColumbus is 12% 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
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$123
👥 People living there
236,254
914,802
Commute to work
26.2 min
21.5 min
College degree
77.1%
38.2%
Own their home
41.3%
44.1%
Below poverty line
7.4%
18.1%
Unemployment
3.3%
5.1%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $102,590 | -34% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $137,810 | -29% in Columbus |
| Software Developer | $154,930 | $122,340 | -21% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $100,890 | +20% in Columbus |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $81,700 | -20% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $119,170 | $96,880 | -19% in Columbus |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $37,490 | -19% in Columbus |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,860 | $61,910 | -18% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,611 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $52,608 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 $71,269 in Columbus, 115% more in Arlington.