Oberlin, Ohio vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 12.1% more expensive than Oberlin, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $56,031 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Oberlin, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Oberlin, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
7% more expensive in Columbus
than in Oberlin, Ohio
Oberlin, OH vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Oberlin, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% 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
  1.0% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  18.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.6% higher
  Commute
  49.2% higher
  Health
  5.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.0% lower