Cost of Living in Columbus, WI
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
107.9
100 = national avg
+7.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$47,459
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$112,176
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing109.1
Food107.3
Transportation101.2
Healthcare105.8
Utilities106.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$873
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,080
per month
The overall cost of living index in Columbus is 107.9, which is 7.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 109.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $47,459 per year to cover basic expenses.