Rankings. U.S. News analyzed 125 metro areas in the United States to find the best places to live based on quality of life and the job market in each metro area, as well as the value of living there and people's desire to live there. Columbus, Ohio is ranked: #36 in Best Places to Live. #47 in Best Places to Retire. 6.7. read more
Columbus, Ohio, is perhaps best known for its unbridled passion for college football. It's true that the fierce loyalty for the Ohio State Buckeyes is a significant part of life here. Look past the scarlet and gray that adorns the streets, however, and you will see that this metro area has much more to offer. read more
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With annual apple and blues festivals and Ohio's oldest hotel still in operation, this city is a truly charming place to reside. Historic tourist destinations and a wide range of employment opportunities also make this city one of the best to live in. read more