Cost of Living in Columbus, OH
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
110.5
100 = national avg
+10.5 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$48,601
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$114,875
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing132.7
Food99.9
Transportation89.4
Healthcare99.9
Utilities106.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,194
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,430
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 110.5, which is 10.5% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 132.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $48,601 per year to cover basic expenses.