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Columbus, OH Neighborhood Guide

Population: 906K · OH

Walkability (est.)
43
Car-Dependent
Safety Score
75
614 crimes/100K
Avg Commute
23.4 min
one way
Work from Home
12%
of workers

Commute Breakdown

Drive Alone: 78%
Public Transit: 3%
Work from Home: 12%
Other: 7%

Source: Census ACS 2022

Amenities

4,529
Restaurants (est.)
181
Parks (est.)
18
Hospitals (est.)

Estimated from Census County Business Patterns

Notable Neighborhoods

Short North
Arts district with galleries, bars, and monthly Gallery Hop
German Village
Restored brick homes and Book Loft in charming streets
Grandview Heights
Walkable suburb with local restaurants and Grandview Avenue
Clintonville
Family-friendly with farmers market and independent shops

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best neighborhoods in Columbus?

Popular neighborhoods in Columbus include Short North, German Village, Grandview Heights, Clintonville. Each offers a unique vibe from family-friendly to trendy dining districts.

What is the average commute time in Columbus?

The average commute in Columbus, OH is 23.4 minutes. 78% of workers drive alone, 3% use public transit, and 12% work from home (Census ACS 2022).

How safe is Columbus?

Columbus has a safety score of 75/100 based on FBI UCR 2022 data, with a violent crime rate of 614 per 100,000 residents. This is above average for major US cities.

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Data sources: Census ACS 2022, FBI UCR 2022, Census CBP. Walkability estimated from Census population density. Amenity counts estimated from Census County Business Patterns.