Columbus
USA
Updated on October 02, 2025
Overview
Columbus is the capital and largest city of Ohio, located centrally at the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers. Founded in 1812 and capital since 1816, its economy is diverse, based on education, insurance, healthcare, and technology. It is recognized as a growing global city and one of the best places to live in the US.
Average cost of living€2,497.00
Quality of Life75/100
Accommodation
Rent room (flat-share)€460.00
1-bed flat (center)€1,196.00
1-bed flat (outside)€1,058.00
3-bed flat (center)€2,024.00
3-bed flat (outside)€1,656.00
Buying House
sqm in city center€2,024.00
sqm outside center€1,656.00
Utilities
Basic utilities€184.00
Internet€55.00
Mobile plan€46.00
Transportation
One-way ticket€2.53
Monthly pass€64.00
Taxi start€3.22
Gasoline (1 l)€0.78
Leisure
Cinema ticket€11.00
Fitness club€23.00
Education
Preschool (month)€828.00
Intl. primary (year)€10,120.00
Demographics
Population 907,000
Metropolitan area population 2,138,000
Metropolitan area —
Advantages
- ✓ Diverse economy with strong education, healthcare, and technology sectors
- ✓ Consistent population growth attracting residents and businesses
- ✓ Recognized as one of the best cities to live in the United States
Disadvantages
- × Unemployment rate fluctuates though trending downward
- × Historical issues with violence, currently improving
- × Continental climate with cold winters