Rensselaer, New York vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 7.8% cheaper than Rensselaer, New York.

You would need a salary of $46,105 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Rensselaer, New York.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is cheaper than Rensselaer, New York
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
9% cheaper in Columbus
than in Rensselaer, New York
Rensselaer, NY vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Rensselaer, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.8% 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
  2.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  16.0% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% lower
  Commute
  3.0% lower
  Health
  23.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.9% lower