Columbus, Ohio vs. Owatonna, Minnesota

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Owatonna, Minnesota is 3.5% cheaper than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $48,264 in Owatonna, Minnesota to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Owatonna, Minnesota is cheaper than Columbus, Ohio
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
26% cheaper in Owatonna
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs. Owatonna, MN
Compared to Columbus, Owatonna is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.5% 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
  1.4% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  11.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.0% lower
  Commute
  26.3% lower
  Health
  1.7% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  8.1% higher