Columbus vs Cincinnati: Cost of Living

Last updated 2026-06-15 · MovePlan Editorial Team

Cincinnati is about 3% cheaper overall. Here is how Columbus and Cincinnati compare on rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and healthcare.

• Columbus cost-of-living index: 94 vs 100
• Cincinnati cost-of-living index: 91 vs 100
• Columbus median 2BR rent: $1,500/mo
• Cincinnati median 2BR rent: $1,300/mo

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