Athens, Ohio vs. Columbus, Indiana

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Indiana is 4.8% more expensive than Athens, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $52,393 in Columbus, Indiana to maintain the standard of living you have in Athens, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Indiana is more expensive than Athens, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
12% more expensive in Columbus
than in Athens, Ohio
Athens, OH vs. Columbus, IN
Compared to Athens, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  4.8% 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
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  12.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.8% lower
  Commute
  16.6% higher
  Health
  4.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  9.3% higher