Moving from Columbus, OH to Chicago, IL

Straight-line distance: 277 miles.

Home sizeEstimated cost
Studio / 1-bedroom$710 – $1,099
2-3 bedroom$1,995 – $3,056
4+ bedroom house$3,598 – $5,494

Estimates based on typical per-mile and per-room moving-industry rates; actual quotes vary by mover, season, and access. Not a quote from any specific company.

How Chicago compares to Columbus

Columbus's median home value is $212,500 — 30% lower than Chicago's $304,500.

Median household income is $62,994 in Columbus versus $71,673 in Chicago.

Typical rent runs $1,161 in Columbus and $1,314 in Chicago.

On housing costs, Columbus, OH looks more affordable than Chicago, IL — lower median home value and rent. This reflects housing only, not total cost of living.

MetricColumbus, OHChicago, IL
Population902,4492,721,914
Median home value$212,500$304,500
Median household income$62,994$71,673
Median gross rent$1,161$1,314
Climate risk (FEMA)Relatively HighVery High

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey; FEMA National Risk Index

Data last updated July 2026.