Columbus, OH

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
906,480 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,327 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$627 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,036 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
4
Columbus Metro Area
3
Ohio
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin County
6
Columbus Metro Area
5
Ohio
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 28
Feb 2 5 31
Mar 3 3 40
Apr 3 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 62%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, OH State Senate District 15, OH State House District 1, OH
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Schools

YB Columbus Community School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Early College Academy
<1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Columbus Performance Academy
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Columbus State Community College
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Columbus College of Art and Design
1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Franklin University
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Ohio State University-Main Campus
2 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Grant Medical Center
2 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Mount Carmel East & West
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Akron-Canton Regional Airport
104 miles, E • 1.4 star
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