salaryBrownsville is 4% 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
$1,204
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$955
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$56,222
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$139,900
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
86.0
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,349
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$173
👥 People living there
189,177
203,711
Commute to work
21.4 min
20.9 min
College degree
24.5%
30.5%
Own their home
61.7%
50.8%
Below poverty line
23.7%
19%
Unemployment
6.2%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Brownsville for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Brownsville | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Research Analyst | $47,320 | $68,080 | +44% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $35,640 | $45,070 | +26% in Columbus |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $90,140 | $103,410 | +15% in Columbus |
| Warehouse Worker | $32,300 | $36,910 | +14% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $56,820 | $49,990 | -12% in Columbus |
| Accountant | $66,440 | $73,640 | +11% in Columbus |
| Electrician | $46,080 | $50,730 | +10% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $75,350 | $82,330 | +9% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Brownsville or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Brownsville is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,204 a month there versus $1,314 in Columbus.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Brownsville?
About $62,318 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Brownsville or Columbus?
The typical household earns $56,222 in Brownsville and $62,632 in Columbus, 10% more in Columbus.