Columbus is a great place to start out, to stay, to raise a family and to explore. Find out for yourself:

It’s affordable

The cost of living in Columbus is 10% below the national average.

It’s welcoming

Columbus is a city that invites and embraces cultural and economic diversity.

It’s thriving

One of the fastest-growing cities in the country, Columbus is the second largest in the Midwest behind Chicago.

It’s smart

Columbus harbors a spirit of innovation that attracts the best and the brightest.

Our Neighborhoods

With a burgeoning downtown, lively urban districts and a diverse array of welcoming neighborhoods, Columbus is a city that invites exploration. 

Columbus also boasts a cost of living that is 10% below the national average.  

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Schools and Child Care

There are plenty of options for great K-12 education in Columbus. We’ve collected rankings to help you begin your search. 

The university supports families with younger children through The Ohio State University Child Care Program. There are also many other quality child care programs within minutes of Ohio State. 

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Corporate Columbus

Ohio State isn’t isolated when it comes to intellect and innovation. Opportunities for partnership through research and development abound.  

If you have someone else in your household looking for work, Columbus has a pretty impressive list of employers. 
 
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Things to Do

Columbus boasts a wide array of entertainment, sports, dining, nightlife and shopping, and is home to a vibrant arts scene. 

Between the green and floral Franklin Park Conservatory, creative food venues, unusual art and good old ball games, residents have plenty of choices for energetic entertainment in the city. 

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Food and Entertainment

Columbus knows how to satisfy your cravings. Our culinary scene has gained national recognition for years and features top-ranked chefs, a rich farm-to-table movement, locally owned restaurants and an expanding craft beer and spirits scene.
 
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