Burlington, Iowa vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 25.8% more expensive than Burlington, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $62,882 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Burlington, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Burlington, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
102% more expensive in Columbus
than in Burlington, Iowa
Burlington, IA vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Burlington, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  25.8% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  6.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  99.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% higher
  Commute
  48.9% higher
  Health
  22.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.9% higher