Peru, Illinois vs. Columbus, Georgia

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Georgia is 3.7% more expensive than Peru, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $51,832 in Columbus, Georgia to maintain the standard of living you have in Peru, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Georgia is more expensive than Peru, Illinois
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
34% more expensive in Columbus
than in Peru, Illinois
Peru, IL vs. Columbus, GA
Compared to Peru, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  3.7% 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
  0.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  9.4% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  3.7% higher
  Commute
  34.6% higher
  Health
  13.5% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  6.8% lower