Head to head
Columbus, OH vs Pittsburgh, PA
Columbus is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $101/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $2,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Columbus76 | Pittsburgh68 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,407 | $3,508 |
| Salary for comfort | $60,500/yr | $62,500/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,260 | $1,240 |
| Median home value | $250,000 | $235,000 |
| Median household income | $66,000 | $60,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 3.7% |
| Housing score | 80 | 70 |
| Jobs score | 58 | 38 |
| Safety score | 59 | 53 |
| Climate score | 91 | 81 |
| Amenities score | 69 | 63 |
| Population | 913K | 303K |
| Summer high / winter low | 85° / 22° | 83° / 22° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Columbus, OH
Pittsburgh, PA