Cost of Living in Columbus, TX
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
100.1
100 = national avg
+0.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$44,034
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$104,079
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing115.3
Food93.7
Transportation87.5
Healthcare95.0
Utilities99.3
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$917
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,147
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 100.1, which is 0.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 115.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $44,034 per year to cover basic expenses.