Columbus, Ohio vs. Tucson, Arizona

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Tucson, Arizona is 10.8% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $55,382 in Tucson, Arizona to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Tucson, Arizona is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
37% more expensive in Tucson
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Tucson, AZ
Compared to Columbus, Tucson is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.8% 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
  3.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  17.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  2.6% lower
  Commute
  7.2% higher
  Health
  4.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  11.2% higher