Alton, Illinois vs. Columbus, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Georgia is 4.2% more expensive than Alton, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $28,142 in Columbus, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Alton, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Georgia is more expensive than Alton, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
77% more expensive in Columbus
than in Alton, Illinois
Alton, IL vs. Columbus, GA
Compared to Alton, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.2% 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
  2.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  50.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.5% higher
  Commute
  13.1% lower
  Health
  5.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% lower