Columbus, IN Cost of Living


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Columbus cost of living score
83.1
Less expensive
16.9% lower
than the US average
0.7% lower
than the Indiana average
Columbus, Indiana gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 83.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 16.9% lower than the U.S. average and 0.7% higher than the average for Indiana.

Columbus, IN

Housing costs in Columbus?
A typical home costs $230,100, which is 31.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 3.8% more expensive than the average Indiana home, at $221,600. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Columbus costs $1,070 per month, which is 25.2% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 8.4% more than the state average of $980.

Can I afford Columbus?
To live comfortably in Columbus, Indiana, a minimum annual income of $43,920 for a family, and $37,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Columbus?
Columbus, IN has an overall below average cost of living with taxes particularly lower than most other towns and cities in Indiana while utility costs remain consistently affordable making it a great destination for those who want to stay within a budget but still enjoy the quality of life amenities located nearby.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesColumbusIndianaUnited States
  83.183.7100.0
  94.592.9100
  93.994.4100.0
  70.463.8100.0
  $230,100$221,600$338,100
  98.7%97.2%100.0%
  69.485.4100.0
  102.8102.0100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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I grew up in Columbus Indiana and returned 38 years later after retiring. Columbus has always been a unique place to live and well above average for Indiana. However,  More

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Columbus is a beautiful town for young families or up and coming professionals. It has great restaurants, parks, architecture, and diverse recreation.   More

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Columbus is a friendly town that is welcoming to people from all backgrounds. It provides lots of amenities for young families with very close proximity to big cities  More

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