salaryColumbus is 28% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Miami to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,314
$2,538
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,983
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$67,365
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$518,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
114.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$4,586
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$133
👥 People living there
203,711
459,745
Commute to work
20.9 min
27.3 min
College degree
30.5%
37.4%
Own their home
50.8%
30.8%
Below poverty line
19%
19.4%
Unemployment
6.3%
5.2%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Miami for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, lower unemployment.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Miami | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,800 | $36,070 | +73% in Miami |
| Police Officer | $49,990 | $79,840 | +60% in Miami |
| Firefighter | $48,770 | $75,710 | +55% in Miami |
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $160,320 | +54% in Miami |
| Operations Manager | $82,330 | $105,640 | +28% in Miami |
| Medical Assistant | $36,050 | $44,930 | +25% in Miami |
| HVAC Technician | $46,780 | $58,040 | +24% in Miami |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $57,760 | +22% in Miami |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Miami cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 28% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,314 a month there versus $2,538 in Miami.
What salary do I need in Miami to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $76,703 a year gives the same standard of living in Miami.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Miami?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $67,365 in Miami, 7% more in Miami.