Columbus, Ohio vs. Janesville, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Janesville, Wisconsin is 2.1% cheaper than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $48,958 in Janesville, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Janesville, Wisconsin is cheaper than Columbus, Ohio
• HousingRent is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
HousingRent
29% cheaper in Janesville
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Janesville, WI
Compared to Columbus, Janesville is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.1% lower
      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
  6.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.5% lower
  Commute
  10.9% lower
  Health
  8.6% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.5% higher