Appleton, Wisconsin vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 2.6% more expensive than Appleton, Wisconsin.

You would need a salary of $76,960 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Appleton, Wisconsin
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
21% more expensive in Columbus
than in Appleton, Wisconsin
Appleton, WI vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Appleton, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.6% 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
  4.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  21.6% higher
  Health
  6.1% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% lower