Cost of Living in Columbus, GA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
96.1
100 = national avg
-3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,291
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,960
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing105.7
Food93.3
Transportation86.6
Healthcare94.6
Utilities97.1
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$939
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,088
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 96.1, which is 3.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,291 per year to cover basic expenses.