salaryColumbus is 14% 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
$2,070
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,967
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$116,580
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$507,800
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.3
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,258
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$177
$173
👥 People living there
280,136
203,711
Commute to work
23.9 min
20.9 min
College degree
47.7%
30.5%
Own their home
65%
50.8%
Below poverty line
7.9%
19%
Unemployment
3.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Chandler 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 | Chandler | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $47,530 | $20,800 | -56% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $85,050 | $49,990 | -41% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $63,750 | $47,410 | -26% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $60,320 | $45,070 | -25% in Columbus |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $78,080 | $59,330 | -24% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $61,170 | $46,780 | -24% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $135,670 | $104,120 | -23% in Columbus |
| Medical Assistant | $46,830 | $36,050 | -23% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Chandler or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $2,070 in Chandler.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Chandler?
About $51,858 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Chandler or Columbus?
The typical household earns $116,580 in Chandler and $62,632 in Columbus, 86% more in Chandler.