Howard, Ohio vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 2.9% more expensive than Howard, Ohio.

You would need a salary of $51,429 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Howard, Ohio.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Howard, Ohio
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
22% more expensive in Columbus
than in Howard, Ohio
Howard, OH vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Howard, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  2.9% 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
  1.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.9% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  0.8% lower
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  9.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.9% lower