salaryAbout the sameBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Montgomery to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,314
$1,304
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,085
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$61,271
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$161,900
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
89.7
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$643
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$185
👥 People living there
203,711
197,494
Commute to work
20.9 min
20.7 min
College degree
30.5%
33.8%
Own their home
50.8%
54.4%
Below poverty line
19%
21.5%
Unemployment
6.3%
6.4%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for higher incomes, less poverty, lower unemployment.
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Montgomery | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $82,330 | $107,980 | +31% in Montgomery |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $20,800 | $26,360 | +27% in Montgomery |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $97,470 | +26% in Montgomery |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,240 | $60,120 | -25% in Montgomery |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $57,960 | +22% in Montgomery |
| Lawyer | $104,120 | $125,290 | +20% in Montgomery |
| Truck Driver | $47,570 | $54,860 | +15% in Montgomery |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,530 | $105,050 | -14% in Montgomery |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Montgomery cheaper to live in?
Columbus and Montgomery cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Montgomery to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $60,259 a year gives the same standard of living in Montgomery.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Montgomery?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $61,271 in Montgomery, 2% more in Columbus.