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Akron, OH vs Columbus, OH
Akron, OH vs Columbus, OH: What the data shows
Akron, OH is in Akron, OH while Columbus, OH is in Columbus, OH — both in the same state. On home prices, Columbus, OH is the more affordable option at $406,700 median — $43,300 less than Akron, OH's $450,000. WYLT rates Akron, OH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Columbus, OH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Akron, OH has the stronger safety profile of the two. Akron, OH has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Columbus, OH has High violent crime and High property crime. On environmental risk, Akron, OH has Low flood risk and Columbus, OH has Low flood risk.
Akron, OH is the more walkable neighborhood. Akron, OH scores 63/100 (somewhat walkable) versus Columbus, OH's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Columbus, OH has the higher school rating — Akron, OH rates 6.3/10 and Columbus, OH rates 6.9/10.
| Category | Akron, OH | Columbus, OH |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $450K | $407K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $708 ✓ Lower rent | $1K |
| Median Income | $16K | $43K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | High | Moderate ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 63/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 33/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 62/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | N/A | 7 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ ✓ Safer | F |
| Violent Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Property Crime | Moderate ✓ Lower risk | High |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 6.3/10 | 6.9/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | RentersStudentsYoung professionals | Urban professionalsStudentsRemote workers who need city access |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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