salaryColumbus is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Memphis to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,314
$1,399
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,194
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$55,797
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$169,000
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
92.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$1,845
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$223
👥 People living there
203,711
618,980
Commute to work
20.9 min
21.1 min
College degree
30.5%
28%
Own their home
50.8%
44.9%
Below poverty line
19%
23.1%
Unemployment
6.3%
8.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 4 more.
- Pick Memphis for cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Memphis | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $49,990 | $75,410 | +51% in Memphis |
| Truck Driver | $47,570 | $63,070 | +33% in Memphis |
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $134,440 | +29% in Memphis |
| Firefighter | $48,770 | $62,910 | +29% in Memphis |
| Operations Manager | $82,330 | $102,510 | +25% in Memphis |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $96,100 | +24% in Memphis |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $58,690 | +24% in Memphis |
| HVAC Technician | $46,780 | $56,780 | +21% in Memphis |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Memphis cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $1,399 in Memphis.
What salary do I need in Memphis to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $61,937 a year gives the same standard of living in Memphis.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Memphis?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $55,797 in Memphis, 12% more in Columbus.