Columbus, Georgia vs. Johnston City, Illinois

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston City, Illinois is 3.8% cheaper than Columbus, Georgia.

You would need a salary of $48,102 in Johnston City, Illinois to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Georgia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston City, Illinois is cheaper than Columbus, Georgia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
43% cheaper in Johnston City
than in Columbus, Georgia
Columbus, GA vs. Johnston City, IL
Compared to Columbus, Johnston City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.8% lower
      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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  31.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.6% lower
  Commute
  3.0% higher
  Health
  29.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.3% higher