Columbus

Columbus, Ohio Overview

With a composite score of 48.1/100 and a C grade, Columbus ranks #6 of 20 cities in Ohio. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (77/100), while Outdoor Access (10/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Columbus

The median household income in Columbus is $62,350, 2% below the statewide median of $63,715. The local unemployment rate of 4.1% is matching the state’s 4.1%. Population grew 1.4% recently.

Safety in Columbus

With a violent crime rate of 534.4 per 100,000, Columbus exceeds the Ohio average of 303. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3340.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Columbus

Columbus has a cost of living index of 94.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $234,500. Median monthly rent is $1,224. Renters spend 23.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Columbus

The adult obesity rate in Columbus is 34.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.8%. Residents report an average of 19.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Ohio ranks #37 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Columbus

Columbus has a high school graduation rate of 79.6%. The student-teacher ratio is 17.4:1. Local districts invest $18,402 per student, well above the national median. The city has 222 public schools serving 88,624 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Columbus

The annual average temperature in Columbus is 53.5°F. Summers average 71.5°F. Winters average 37°F. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches.

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