Columbus, Ohio vs. Johnston, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Johnston, Iowa is 11.5% more expensive than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $83,594 in Johnston, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Johnston, Iowa is more expensive than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
57% more expensive in Johnston
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Johnston, IA
Compared to Columbus, Johnston is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  11.5% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  74.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  16.0% lower
  Health
  14.4% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% lower