salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,881
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,690
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$88,510
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$385,700
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
97.3
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$2,808
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$126
$123
👥 People living there
903,844
914,802
Commute to work
24.7 min
21.5 min
College degree
48%
38.2%
Own their home
51%
44.1%
Below poverty line
11.7%
18.1%
Unemployment
4.6%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Charlotte 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 | Charlotte | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $63,190 | $100,890 | +60% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $38,700 | $61,780 | +60% in Columbus |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,680 | $78,150 | +33% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $50,960 | $66,480 | +30% in Columbus |
| Lawyer | $157,180 | $137,810 | -12% in Columbus |
| Accountant | $92,910 | $81,700 | -12% in Columbus |
| Pharmacist | $150,580 | $133,960 | -11% in Columbus |
| Software Developer | $135,920 | $122,340 | -10% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Charlotte or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Charlotte and Columbus cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Charlotte?
About $58,842 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Charlotte or Columbus?
The typical household earns $88,510 in Charlotte and $71,269 in Columbus, 24% more in Charlotte.