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COLUMBUS vs. DAYTON
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Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Dayton, Ohio
The cost of living in Dayton, Ohio is
17.7%
cheaper
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$106,982
in Dayton, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Dayton, Ohio is
cheaper
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Dayton
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Dayton, OH
Compared to Columbus, Dayton is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
17.7% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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5.7% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
67.9% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.7% higher
Commute
10.0% lower
Health
0.9% higher
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Personal
11.6% higher
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