Columbia, South Carolina vs. Independence, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Independence, Ohio is 12.9% more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina.

You would need a salary of $79,030 in Independence, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbia, South Carolina.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Independence, Ohio is more expensive than Columbia, South Carolina
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
44% more expensive in Independence
than in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC vs. Independence, OH
Compared to Columbia, Independence is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.9% 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
  4.5% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  72.8% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.3% lower
  Commute
  9.8% higher
  Health
  28.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.4% higher