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COLUMBUS vs. STATE COLLEGE
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Columbus, Ohio vs. State College, Pennsylvania
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in State College, Pennsylvania is
16.2%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$72,046
in State College, Pennsylvania to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, State College, Pennsylvania is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% more expensive in State College
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. State College, PA
Compared to Columbus, State College is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
16.2% higher
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Food
9.1% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
108.4% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
11.5% lower
Commute
19.4% lower
Health
40.8% higher
Taxes
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Personal
7.1% higher
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