Columbus scores higher on the Star Score index — 85 vs 80 — driven mainly by gross yield. Binghamton yields 9.5% gross on a $203,310 typical home; Columbus yields 7.7% on $209,756 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Binghamton | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $203,310 | $209,756 |
| Typical rent | $1,610 | $1,353 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 11 | 13 |
| Gross yield | 9.5% | 7.7% |
| Star Score | 80 | 85 |
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