Cost of Living in Columbia, TN
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
104.4
100 = national avg
+4.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$45,932
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$108,568
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing119.6
Food96.8
Transportation93.6
Healthcare97.4
Utilities102.0
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,138
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,349
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbia is 104.4, which is 4.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 119.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $45,932 per year to cover basic expenses.