salaryColumbus is 9% 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
$1,619
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,479
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$67,058
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$229,600
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
104.5
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,354
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$157
$123
👥 People living there
573,243
914,802
Commute to work
29.1 min
21.5 min
College degree
36.1%
38.2%
Own their home
47.5%
44.1%
Below poverty line
19.7%
18.1%
Unemployment
6.5%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Baltimore for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Baltimore | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $76,530 | $100,890 | +32% in Columbus |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $74,860 | $61,910 | -17% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $116,130 | $96,880 | -17% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $73,810 | $61,780 | -16% in Columbus |
| Registered Nurse | $99,550 | $83,900 | -16% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $117,040 | $102,590 | -12% in Columbus |
| Software Developer | $138,900 | $122,340 | -12% in Columbus |
| Cashier | $33,760 | $30,140 | -11% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Baltimore or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 9% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,611 a month there versus $1,619 in Baltimore.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Baltimore?
About $54,822 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Baltimore or Columbus?
The typical household earns $67,058 in Baltimore and $71,269 in Columbus, 6% more in Columbus.