METRO PROFILE · MIDWEST · MAJOR METRO
Moving to Columbus, OH: the honest profile
Steady Midwest growth engine. Median home price runs about $335K with an effective property tax near 1.59% — roughly $5,327/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
| Dimension | Columbus |
|---|
| Median home price | $335K |
| Effective property tax | 1.59% |
| Tax friendliness | 6/10 |
| Winter mildness | 4/10 |
| Summer comfort | 8/10 |
| Walkability | 6/10 |
| Outdoor access | 4/10 |
| Culture & food | 7/10 |
| Healthcare | 10/10 |
| Airport connectivity | 8/10 |
| Schools | 6/10 |
| Safety | 6/10 |
| Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk) | 9/10 |
| Growth trajectory | 7/10 |
Who it fits: people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere:
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