Head to head
Columbus, OH vs Fort Worth, TX
Columbus is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $416/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $6,500 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | Columbus76 | Fort Worth74 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,428 | $3,844 |
| Salary for comfort | $60,500/yr | $67,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,260 | $1,480 |
| Median home value | $250,000 | $305,000 |
| Median household income | $66,000 | $72,000 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% | 3.8% |
| Housing score | 80 | 68 |
| Jobs score | 58 | 65 |
| Safety score | 59 | 63 |
| Climate score | 91 | 92 |
| Amenities score | 69 | 53 |
| Population | 913K | 960K |
| Summer high / winter low | 85° / 22° | 96° / 36° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
Columbus, OH
Fort Worth, TX