In Columbus, United States, a family of four typically needs around $3834 per month including rent. A single person may spend about $2041 monthly.
Columbus is 43% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.
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Columbus is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.
The primary reason for Columbus's high cost of living is the significant increase in rent and utilities. This expense can impact overall affordability for residents.
Food prices in Columbus are 4% higher than the European benchmark, making it slightly more costly than some other regions.
Public transport in Columbus is 26% lower than the European benchmark, offering a more budget-friendly option for commuting.
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Update Prices| Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant | 14.5 $ |
| Dinner | 49.7 $ |
| Fast food, McDonalds or KFC | 10 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 6.52 $ |
| Capuccino | 4.02 $ |
| Coke, 330ml | 1 $ |
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| Milk, 1 L or 1 qt | 0.84 $ |
| Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb | 3.81 $ |
| Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.87 $ |
| Eggs, 12 pack | 2.07 $ |
| Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb | 10.4 $ |
| Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.61 $ |
| Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb | 9.24 $ |
| Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb | 4.55 $ |
| Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb | 1.34 $ |
| Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb | 2.74 $ |
| Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb | 3.62 $ |
| Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.65 $ |
| Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb | 1.86 $ |
| Water, 1 L or 1 qt | 1.22 $ |
| Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz | 2.49 $ |
| Wine, 750 mL bottle | 13.9 $ |
| Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz | 1.71 $ |
| Cigarette pack | 7.03 $ |
| One-way Ticket | 1.31 $ |
| Monthly Pass | 52.7 $ |
| Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal | 0.83 $ |
| Taxi, 8 km | 11.9 $ |
| Doctor Visit, private clinic | 106 $ |
| Cold medicine, for 1 week | 7.79 $ |
| Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. | 6.14 $ |
| Toilet paper, 4 rolls | 4.56 $ |
| Toothpaste, 1 tube | 2.16 $ |
| 1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 205 $ |
| Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage | 311 $ |
| Internet plan, +60 Mbps | 64.5 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m | 1,082 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m | 1,246 $ |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m | 1,136 $ |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m | 1,397 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center | 1,333 $ |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs | 1,342 $ |
| Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax | 3,684 $ |
| Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate | 6.72% |
| Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult | 9.92 $ |
| Cinema, 1 seat | 10 $ |
| Haircut | 17.4 $ |
| Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar | 79.7 $ |
| Brand Jeans, Levis 501 | 45.3 $ |
| Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child | 871 $ |
| International Primary School, yearly for 1 child | 9,406 $ |