United States
Cost of Living in Columbus, OH
Monthly Total
$3,006
$52,605
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$1,298
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$57
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$1,298
$22,715
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$286
$5,005
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$207
$3,623
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$240
$4,200
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$270
$4,725
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$311
$5,443
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$314
$5,495
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$80
$1,400
Monthly Total
$3,006
$52,605
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