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Westerville, OH
Westerville · Franklin County · OH 43081
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$278K
Median Price
3/100
Walk Score
6.8/10
Schools
35 min
to Columbus, OH
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
C+Schools
68/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
3/100
WYLT Score60/100
Our Take
Westerville offers solid schools and a decent price-to-income ratio, but its heavy car dependence, limited walkability, and high flood risk make it a mixed bag for long‑term settling. If you value suburban quiet and easy access to Columbus, it could work, but be prepared for extra costs and infrastructure gaps.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated local high schools provide good educational options
- ✓Median home price is reasonably aligned with median household income
- ✓Suburban setting offers parks and a quieter environment
- ✓Close proximity to Columbus allows for commuter jobs
Real Talk
- !Zone AE flood risk means mandatory flood insurance and potential property damage
- !Almost all errands require a car; walk score is 3 and transit options are scarce
- !Limited dining and nightlife options compared to nearby cities
- !Property taxes and insurance costs can be higher than average
- $Mandatory flood insurance premiums
- $Higher property tax rates typical of suburban counties
- $Maintenance costs for older single‑family homes
Best For
familiescommuters to Columbusremote workers seeking a quiet suburbsuburban dwellers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Westerville, OH
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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