Springfield, Illinois vs. Columbus, Ohio

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is 14.6% more expensive than Springfield, Illinois.

You would need a salary of $97,401 in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Springfield, Illinois.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is more expensive than Springfield, Illinois
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% more expensive in Columbus
than in Springfield, Illinois
Springfield, IL vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Springfield, Columbus is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  14.6% 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
  5.4% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  49.6% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  4.3% higher
  Commute
  28.7% higher
  Health
  19.9% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  0.3% higher