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COLUMBUS vs. EAST LANSING
Cost of Living Comparison
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Columbus, Ohio vs. East Lansing, Michigan
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in East Lansing, Michigan is
4.4%
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio.
You would need a salary of
$52,199
in East Lansing, Michigan to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, East Lansing, Michigan is
more expensive
than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
19% more expensive in East Lansing
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. East Lansing, MI
Compared to Columbus, East Lansing is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
4.4% higher
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
3.2% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
31.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
4.8% lower
Commute
3.0% lower
Health
1.8% lower
Taxes
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Personal
5.3% higher
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