Cost of living in University

In University, United States, a single person typically needs around $2010 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $4777 monthly.

How expensive is University compared to other cities?

University is 41% more expensive overall versus the European benchmark.

How does University compare to your city?

University is 12% more expensive than Columbus, without rent.

Rent in University is, on average, 8% lower than in Columbus.

What drives the cost of living in University?

Who is University a good fit for?

University 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.

FAQ

Why is University so expensive?

The high cost of living is primarily driven by rent and utilities, which significantly impact overall expenses.

Is food expensive in University?

Yes, food costs are 19% higher than the European benchmark, contributing to the overall expense.

Is public transport affordable in University?

Public transport is relatively affordable, being 20% lower than the European benchmark.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
2010 $
Without Rent
760 $
Rent & Utilities
1250 $
Food
565 $
Transport
60 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
4560 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
35.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 19.1 $
Dinner 57.3 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 10.5 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.25 $
Capuccino 4.46 $
Coke, 330ml 2.45 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 0.96 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.74 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 3.84 $
Eggs, 12 pack 3.12 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.5 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 10.3 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 15.7 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.2 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.46 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.16 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.39 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 2.36 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.02 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 1.2 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.41 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 14.5 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 2.07 $
Cigarette pack 7.94 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 2.84 $
Monthly Pass 73.1 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.87 $
Taxi, 8 km 16.2 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 91.2 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 7.43 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.15 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.03 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.15 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 122 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 187 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 65 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 1,004 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 1,887 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 1,297 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 2,266 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,931 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,71 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 4,56 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.46%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 37.6 $
Cinema, 1 seat 12.1 $
Haircut 17.2 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 78.5 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 55.9 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 1,098 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 22,571 $

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