Considerations when moving from Akron to Columbus

Cost of living: Akron vs. Columbus

Akron Columbus
Average rent cost $950 $1,441
Average home value $121,327 $238,832
Average income (per capita) $61,971 $65,075
Cost of living (single person) $1,543 $2,784
Cost of living (family of 4) $4,120 $7,249
Unemployment rate 6.9% 5.7%
  • Rent prices in Columbus are 52% higher than in Akron.
  • Home prices in Columbus are 96.8% higher than in Akron.
  • Income in Columbus is 5.0% higher than in Akron.
  • The cost of living for a single person in Columbus is 80.4% higher than in Akron.
  • The cost of living for a family in Columbus is 75.9% higher than in Akron.
  • The unemployment rate in Columbus is 17.39% lower than in Akron.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $5,412.83 in Columbus to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Akron.

How life is different in Akron vs. Columbus

Columbus Akron
Population 905,748 190,469
Political leaning Republican 55-14 Democratic 54-44
Summer high 85ยบF 83ยบF
Winter low 21ยบF 20ยบF
Annual rain 40" 38"
Annual snow 22" 42"
Crime index 49.65 5.0
  • The population of Columbus is approximately 376% greater than the population of Akron.
  • In the last presidential election, Columbus voted Republican and Akron voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in Columbus is 85ยบF and in Akron, itโ€™s 83ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, Columbus reaches the temperature of 21ยบF and Akron gets down to 20ยบF.
  • You can expect about 40 inches of annual rainfall in Columbus vs 38 inches of rainfall in Akron.
  • In Columbus, it snows about 22 inches annually vs 42 inches of snow in Akron.
  • Columbus has a higher crime rate than Akron with a crime index of 49.65 vs 5.0.

Things to do in Columbus

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, Columbus has plenty to offer:

Museums in Columbustoggle

  • Beeler Gallery
  • Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum
  • Central Ohio Fire Museum
  • Columbus Historical Society
  • Columbus Museum of Art
  • COSI
  • Hale Black Cultural Center
  • Historic Costume & Textile Collection
  • Jack Nicklaus Museum
  • Kelton House Museum and Garden
  • Museum of Biological Diversity
  • Museum of Classical Archaeology
  • Museum of Catholic Art and History
  • Ohio Craft Museum Fifth by Northwest
  • Ohio History Center
  • Ohio Statehouse
  • Ohio Village
  • Orton Geological Museum
  • Pizzuti Collection
  • Riffe Gallery Downtown
  • Thompson Library Gallery
  • Thurber House
  • Wexner Center for the Arts

Parks in Columbustoggle

  • Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
  • Scioto Mile
  • Topiary Garden
  • Schiller Park
  • Whetstone Park / Park of Roses
  • Hayden Falls Park
  • Columbus Commons
  • Antrim Park
  • Goodale Park
  • Kelton House Museum & Garden
  • Scioto Audubon Metro Park

Sports Teams in Columbustoggle

  • Columbus Crew (MLS)
  • Ohio State Buckeyes (NCAA)
  • Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL)
  • Columbus Clippers (AAAE)

Universities in Columbustoggle

  • Ohio State University
  • Columbus State Community College
  • Capital University Law School
  • Columbus College of Art
  • Design, Fortis College
  • DeVry University
  • Ohio Business College
  • Miami-Jacobs Career College
  • Ohio Institute of Health Careers
  • Bradford School and Franklin University
  • Bexley Hall Episcopal Seminary
  • Mount Carmel College of Nursing
  • Ohio Dominican University
  • Pontifical College Josephinum
  • Trinity Lutheran Seminary
  • Bexley's Capital University
  • Westerville's Otterbein University
  • Delaware's Ohio Wesleyan University.

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Akron to Columbus?toggle

To ship furniture from Akron to Columbus with a mover will cost between $671 and $2,983. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $1,360โ€“$4,343, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Akron to Columbus will cost from $2,032โ€“$5,475.

How much are moving container companies from Akron to Columbus?toggle

Moving containers from Akron to Columbus will cost you $614 to $1,411 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,049 to $1,968. A larger home will cost $1,428 to $2,380.

How much is a moving truck from Akron to Columbus?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $162 to $239. A larger move will cost $166 to $304, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Akron to Columbus costs from $201 to $321.

How far in advance should I book Akron-to-Columbus movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Akron to Columbus at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Akron-to-Columbus movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to Columbus?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to Columbus is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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