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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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You'd spend $1.4K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $166.8K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 18.6%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,397
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$16.8K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Columbus, GA

Population:207K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$153K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:119
Median Home:$414K

Columbus, GA

The Peach State

207K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Georgia, this city has a population of 207K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Columbus, GA vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 45.0%
Columbus, GA
$1,923
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$865
more
📦Other
↑ 6.6%
Columbus, GA
$1,574
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$104
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 14.5%
Columbus, GA
$514
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$74.35
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 2.8%
Columbus, GA
$1,448
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$40.98
more
⚡All Utilities
↓ 4.0%
Columbus, GA
$585
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$23.50
less
🛒Groceries
↑ 0.4%
Columbus, GA
$959
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$4.00
more

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$880
To$1,390
↑ $510
1 Bed
From$930
To$1,510
↑ $580
2 Bed
From$1,085
To$1,750
↑ $665
3 Bed
From$1,435
To$2,330
↑ $895
Columbus, GAZIP-level data

1BR range: $850–$1,290/mo

Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$7,003
Monthly in Columbus, GA
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,065
Difference

Home Values

Columbus
Phoenix
$153K
Median Value
$414K
0%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↑ +39.1%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$69K - $226K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 170% more expensive than Columbus

Calculate payment - ColumbusCalculate payment - Phoenix

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $3.2K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$268
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.1%
Rate difference

Columbus, GA

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Georgia State Tax
Effective: 5.6%
$8.5K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.3%
$45.5K
Take-Home Pay
$8,711/month
$104.5K

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Columbus, GA Tax Rates

Sales Tax:7.3%
Property Tax:0.9%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Columbus
Phoenix
49 Good
Air Quality
77 Moderate
52.7%
Good Air Days
9%
82 Moderate
Climate Risk
100 Very High
None
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
64 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Georgia and Arizona on TaxTakeHome.com

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