Cost of Living in Columbus, IN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.0
100 = national avg
+11.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,819
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$115,390
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing119.7
Food108.7
Transportation90.0
Healthcare107.0
Utilities109.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,257
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,415
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 111.0, which is 11.0% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 119.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,819 per year to cover basic expenses.