Columbus, ND Cost of Living


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Columbus cost of living score
80.6
Less expensive
19.4% lower
than the US average
9.0% lower
than the North Dakota average
Columbus, North Dakota gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 80.6, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 19.4% lower than the U.S. average and 9.0% higher than the average for North Dakota.

Columbus, ND

Housing costs in Columbus?
A typical home costs $128,100, which is 62.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 46.8% less expensive than the average North Dakota home, at $240,700. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Columbus costs $830 per month, which is 42.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 10.8% cheaper than the state average of $920.

Can I afford Columbus?
To live comfortably in Columbus, North Dakota, a minimum annual income of $24,480 for a family, and $25,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Columbus?
The cost of living in Columbus, ND is very affordable. The median home price is around $75,000, which is significantly lower than the national average. The cost of groceries and utilities are also well below the national average. Despite being a small town, Columbus has a surprisingly low cost of living that makes it an attractive place to live for families and individuals alike. Additionally, the town offers plenty of cultural amenities such as theaters and restaurants so there is plenty to do in your spare time. Overall, living in Columbus can be a great choice for those looking to save money while still enjoying a high quality of life.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesColumbusNorth DakotaUnited States
  80.688.6100.0
  94.795.1100
  110.8103.4100.0
  30.482.3100.0
  $128,100$240,700$338,100
  88.4%89.4%100.0%
  79.674.4100.0
  90.092.5100.0

   100=National Average

   Average Rent by Bedroom Size
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