salaryColumbus is 6% 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
$1,379
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$173
👥 People living there
311,224
203,711
Commute to work
22.4 min
20.9 min
College degree
41.8%
30.5%
Own their home
39.8%
50.8%
Below poverty line
25.5%
19%
Unemployment
6.8%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for a more educated workforce.
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,530 | $20,800 | -43% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $49,990 | -38% in Columbus |
| Plumber | $65,160 | $47,410 | -27% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $45,070 | -25% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $62,240 | $46,780 | -25% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,940 | $80,240 | -22% in Columbus |
| Truck Driver | $60,590 | $47,570 | -21% in Columbus |
| Civil Engineer | $98,220 | $77,600 | -21% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 6% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,379 in Cincinnati.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Cincinnati?
About $56,179 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Cincinnati or Columbus?
The typical household earns $57,062 in Cincinnati and $62,632 in Columbus, 9% more in Columbus.