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
$1,379
$1,611
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,208
$1,481
💵 Families earn per year
$57,062
$71,269
🔑 Buying a house
$230,900
$252,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.4
95.5
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,169
$3,341
⚡ Electric bill per month
$147
$123
👥 People living there
311,224
914,802
Commute to work
22.4 min
21.5 min
College degree
41.8%
38.2%
Own their home
39.8%
44.1%
Below poverty line
25.5%
18.1%
Unemployment
6.8%
5.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Cincinnati for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, shorter commutes, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Cincinnati | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $80,410 | $100,890 | +25% in Columbus |
| Elementary School Teacher | $64,740 | $78,150 | +21% in Columbus |
| Carpenter | $60,110 | $66,480 | +11% in Columbus |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,810 | $33,780 | +10% in Columbus |
| Physician Assistant | $128,520 | $137,550 | +7% in Columbus |
| Nursing Assistant | $40,350 | $42,970 | +6% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $102,940 | $96,880 | -6% in Columbus |
| Firefighter | $58,570 | $61,780 | +5% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Cincinnati or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
About $60,062 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 $71,269 in Columbus, 20% more in Columbus.