Cost of Living in Columbus, ND
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
99.0
100 = national avg
-1.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$43,543
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$102,921
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing56.8
Food122.6
Transportation110.8
Healthcare118.1
Utilities104.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$665
per month
2 Bedroom
$873
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 99.0, which is 1.0% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 56.8. A single adult needs to earn approximately $43,543 per year to cover basic expenses.