Columbus scores higher on the Star Score index — 85 vs 82 — driven mainly by gross yield. Columbus yields 7.7% gross on a $209,756 typical home; Macon yields 7.4% on $196,903 (September 2026 data).
| Metric | Columbus | Macon |
|---|---|---|
| Typical home value | $209,756 | $196,903 |
| Typical rent | $1,353 | $1,212 |
| Price-to-rent ratio | 13 | 14 |
| Gross yield | 7.7% | 7.4% |
| Star Score | 85 | 82 |