salaryColumbus is 14% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Washington to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,611
$2,370
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,481
$2,192
💵 Families earn per year
$71,269
$118,495
🔑 Buying a house
$252,900
$737,100
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
95.5
108.9
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,341
$4,312
⚡ Electric bill per month
$123
$96
👥 People living there
914,802
681,294
Commute to work
21.5 min
30 min
College degree
38.2%
64.2%
Own their home
44.1%
41.5%
Below poverty line
18.1%
15.4%
Unemployment
5.1%
6.3%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Washington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Washington | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $102,590 | $156,460 | +53% in Washington |
| Lawyer | $137,810 | $195,190 | +42% in Washington |
| Software Developer | $122,340 | $154,930 | +27% in Washington |
| Accountant | $81,700 | $102,140 | +25% in Washington |
| Dental Hygienist | $96,880 | $119,170 | +23% in Washington |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,490 | $46,040 | +23% in Washington |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,910 | $75,860 | +23% in Washington |
| Registered Nurse | $83,900 | $102,710 | +22% in Washington |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Washington cheaper to live in?
Columbus is about 14% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,611 a month there versus $2,370 in Washington.
What salary do I need in Washington to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $68,431 a year gives the same standard of living in Washington.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Washington?
The typical household earns $71,269 in Columbus and $118,495 in Washington, 40% more in Washington.