Cost of Living in Columbus, IL
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
97.9
100 = national avg
-2.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,095
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,861
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing81.4
Food105.4
Transportation110.8
Healthcare104.3
Utilities99.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$811
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,064
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 97.9, which is 2.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 81.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,095 per year to cover basic expenses.