Columbus, Ohio vs. DeForest, Wisconsin

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in DeForest, Wisconsin is 15.9% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $75,307 in DeForest, Wisconsin to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, DeForest, Wisconsin is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
23% more expensive in DeForest
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Deforest, WI
Compared to Columbus, Deforest is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  15.9% 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
  0.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  69.5% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.3% lower
  Commute
  0.8% higher
  Health
  3.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.4% higher