salaryColumbus is 3% 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
$1,458
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$173
👥 People living there
201,528
203,711
Commute to work
21.1 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.7%
30.5%
Own their home
50.8%
50.8%
Below poverty line
20.1%
19%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper homes.
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $103,010 | $77,600 | -25% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $45,070 | -24% in Columbus |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $103,410 | +23% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $102,360 | $82,330 | -20% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $123,960 | $104,120 | -16% in Columbus |
| Electrician | $59,660 | $50,730 | -15% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $58,390 | $49,990 | -14% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $54,690 | $47,410 | -13% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,458 in Augusta.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $58,298 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Columbus?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $62,632 in Columbus, 4% more in Columbus.