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WASHINGTON vs. COLUMBUS
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Washington, District of Columbia vs. Columbus, Ohio
Cost of Living Comparison
The cost of living in Columbus, Ohio is
42.6%
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia.
You would need a salary of
$31,554
in Columbus, Ohio to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Columbus, Ohio is
cheaper
than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
65% cheaper in Columbus
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Columbus, OH
Compared to Washington, Columbus is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
42.6% lower
Child Care
, Taxes not Considered
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Food
13.4% lower
Housing (Homeowner)
71.7% lower
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
3.7% lower
Commute
33.4% lower
Health
6.3% lower
Taxes
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Personal
12.4% lower
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