Columbus, Ohio vs. Elk River, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elk River, Minnesota is 22.1% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $61,053 in Elk River, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elk River, Minnesota is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
64% more expensive in Elk River
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Elk River, MN
Compared to Columbus, Elk River is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  22.1% 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
  2.3% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  64.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.9% lower
  Commute
  29.6% higher
  Health
  15.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.6% higher