salaryColumbus is 11% 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
$1,901
$1,314
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,691
$1,116
💵 Families earn per year
$91,476
$62,632
🔑 Buying a house
$452,600
$193,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
100.7
89.3
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,765
$1,660
⚡ Electric bill per month
$139
$173
👥 People living there
487,887
203,711
Commute to work
22.7 min
20.9 min
College degree
42.7%
30.5%
Own their home
60.9%
50.8%
Below poverty line
9%
19%
Unemployment
5.6%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Colorado Springs 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 | Colorado Springs | Columbus | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,230 | $20,800 | -55% in Columbus |
| Police Officer | $91,580 | $49,990 | -45% in Columbus |
| Dental Hygienist | $118,410 | $80,240 | -32% in Columbus |
| Operations Manager | $120,770 | $82,330 | -32% in Columbus |
| Market Research Analyst | $90,210 | $68,080 | -25% in Columbus |
| Cashier | $35,740 | $26,980 | -25% in Columbus |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,120 | $34,970 | -24% in Columbus |
| HVAC Technician | $61,460 | $46,780 | -24% in Columbus |
Frequently asked questions
Is Colorado Springs or Columbus cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 11% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,901 in Colorado Springs.
What salary do I need in Columbus to match $60,000 in Colorado Springs?
About $53,201 a year gives the same standard of living in Columbus.
Where do people earn more, Colorado Springs or Columbus?
The typical household earns $91,476 in Colorado Springs and $62,632 in Columbus, 46% more in Colorado Springs.
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