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Columbus, OH
Columbus · Franklin County · OH 43201
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$440K
Median Price
97/100
Walk Score
7.8/10
Schools
7 min
to Columbus, OH
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
78/100
FQuietness
20/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
97/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Downtown Columbus offers a mix of great schools and a central location, but the high cost of living, low walkability, and troubling safety reports make it a risky choice for most families. It’s best suited for people who can afford the premium and need a short commute to downtown offices.
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The Good
- ✓Strong school ratings (average 6.9/10)
- ✓Very short commute to downtown (7 minutes)
- ✓Central location near cultural amenities
- ✓High potential for future development
Real Talk
- !Low walkability and limited public transit options
- !Frequent reports of violent incidents in the area
- !Housing cost ($406k) is nearly 10x median income ($43k)
- !Noise and traffic are constant due to downtown proximity
- $Higher property taxes in city core
- $Parking fees and limited free spots
- $Higher insurance rates due to crime
Best For
Urban professionalsStudentsRemote workers who need city accessIndividuals looking to invest in downtown property
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Columbus, OH
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Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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