Cost of Living Calculator - Columbus, Ohio vs Red Oak, Iowa


The cost of living in Red Oak, Iowa is 21.3% cheaper than Columbus, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $59,032 in Red Oak, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Columbus, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Red Oak, Iowa is cheaper than Columbus, Ohio
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
59% cheaper in Red Oak
than in Columbus, Ohio
Columbus, OH vs Red Oak, IA
Compared to Columbus, Red Oak is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  21.3% 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
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.2% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  5.1% lower
  Commute
  30.6% lower
  Health
  22.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.6% higher

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