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DES MOINES vs. COLUMBUS
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Des Moines, Washington vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
34.5%
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington.
You would need a salary of
$36,000
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Des Moines, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Des Moines, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
61% cheaper in Columbus
than in Des Moines, Washington
Des Moines, WA vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Des Moines, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
34.5% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
2.9% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
58.5% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
42.6% higher
Commute
37.0% lower
Health
1.5% higher
Taxes
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Personal
22.5% lower
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