Columbus, Nebraska vs. Watertown, South Dakota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Watertown, South Dakota is 3.2% more expensive than Columbus, Nebraska.

You would need a salary of $51,582 in Watertown, South Dakota to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Nebraska.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Watertown, South Dakota is more expensive than Columbus, Nebraska
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
8% more expensive in Watertown
than in Columbus, Nebraska
Columbus, NE vs. Watertown, SD
Compared to Columbus, Watertown is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.2% 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
  4.1% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.5% lower
  Commute
  3.0% higher
  Health
  18.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.6% higher