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CHICAGO vs. COLUMBUS
Cost of Living Comparison
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Chicago, Illinois vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
19.6%
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois.
You would need a salary of
$172,961
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Chicago, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Chicago, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
22% cheaper in Columbus
than in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, IL vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Chicago, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
19.6% lower
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Renter
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Food
1.6% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
31.2% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
10.0% higher
Commute
34.9% lower
Health
1.7% higher
Taxes
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Personal
13.7% lower
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