Somerset, Kentucky vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 11.2% more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky.

You would need a salary of $55,598 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Somerset, Kentucky.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Somerset, Kentucky
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
14% more expensive in Columbus
than in Somerset, Kentucky
Somerset, KY vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Somerset, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.2% 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
  5.6% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  9.9% higher
  Commute
  33.9% higher
  Health
  14.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% lower