Cost of Living Calculator - Johnston, Iowa vs Columbus, Ohio


The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 10.3% cheaper than Johnston, Iowa.

You would need a salary of $44,860 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Johnston, Iowa.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Johnston, Iowa
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
36% cheaper in Columbus
than in Johnston, Iowa
Johnston, IA vs Columbus, OH
Compared to Johnston, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  10.3% 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
  2.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  42.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.2% higher
  Commute
  19.0% higher
  Health
  12.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.8% higher

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