Columbus, WI Cost of Living


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Columbus cost of living score
93.9
Less expensive
6.1% lower
than the US average
4.4% higher
than the Wisconsin average
Columbus, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 93.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.1% lower than the U.S. average and 4.4% lower than the average for Wisconsin.

Columbus, WI

Housing costs in Columbus?
A typical home costs $244,200, which is 27.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 0.0% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Columbus costs $1,050 per month, which is 26.6% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and close to the state average of $1,030.

Can I afford Columbus?
To live comfortably in Columbus, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $46,800 for a family, and $32,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Columbus?
Columbus, WI is known for having a very affordable cost of living. The overall cost of living index is 93.7, which is 7.3 points below the national average of 100. Housing costs are especially low, with median home prices ranging from $60,000 to $120,000 and rent prices averaging around $575 per month. Food and healthcare expenses are also relatively low, making Columbus an affordable place to live for people of all income levels. In addition, the town offers plenty of free activities and attractions that make it even more attractive to those looking for a budget-friendly place to settle down.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesColumbusWisconsinUnited States
  93.989.9100.0
  95.194.7100
  102.998.9100.0
  74.979.3100.0
  $244,200$244,100$338,100
  103.2%99.0%100.0%
  95.086.9100.0
  116.3106.6100.0

   100=National Average

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