What BestPlaces Users Say about Columbus
Background information: Columbus, Ohio is the state's capital and largest city, with a population of over 800,000 residents. It is known for its diverse economy, cultural opportunities, and vibrant arts and food scene. The city also boasts a strong education system, with several prestigious universities located within its borders, making it an attractive place to live for both young professionals and families.
Columbus, Ohio has received numerous positive reviews from users on BestPlaces.net. Many of these reviews highlight the city's friendly and welcoming atmosphere, affordable cost of living, and diverse range of activities and amenities. For example, user "Jenna" states, "Columbus is a great place to live! The people here are so friendly and welcoming. I always feel safe and at home here." Additionally, "Kevin" notes, "I moved to Columbus for work and it has exceeded my expectations. The cost of living is much lower than my previous city and there is always something to do here." Another user, "Rachel", praises the city's cultural offerings, saying, "Columbus has such a diverse range of activities and events. From food festivals to art galleries to live music, there is always something new to experience here." Furthermore, "Ben" discusses the city's education system, stating, "I have two young children and I am so impressed with the quality of schools in Columbus. They have a great mix of public and private options." Overall, these user reviews reflect the positive experiences many have had living in Columbus, Ohio.
based on 156 ReviewsGet to know Columbus with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Columbus
Miss it Every Day - 5/27/2018
I lived in Columbus from age 18 - 40. I've since moved a lot for my career: Westchester NY (NYC), Washington DC, Jackson MS, Irvine CA, Salt Lake City UT, and Pittsburgh PA. So I feel like I have a good representative sample. I also travel a lot and have been to every US city and state. And although I am a bit of a homer (I went to Ohio State) I have to say that Columbus is the only place I think of when I think of "home."
So let me start out with the negative things about Columbus that I don't think anyone is going to debate: 1) The winters are cold and unbearable, and there is really nothing to do outdoors between December and April. 2) There are not mountains or beaches nearby; it is largely surrounded by farmland to the north and west and Appalachian foothills to the east and south. 3) Sports revolve around Ohio State. 4) There are a lot of chain restaurants in the suburbs (although where isn't this the case?).
Now for the good, which I could spend days
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Not for the individual. Great for herd mentality. - 3/10/2018
If you move to Columbus for Olive Garden there is something seriously wrong with you..(seems like any good restaurant turned into a chain and quality went downhill) Columbus already has one of the most overweight populations in the countries. It's true. Wonder why establishments have so many handicapped parking spots?
Not for the injured or elderly, but for those who can't keep their mouth hole closed. You often find these areas littered with scooters, little rascals, personal mobility devices or whatever you call them.
Why would a person ever get so fat? A glandular condition needs a fuel to feed on. I like food as well, but I stop eating when food no longer goes down my throat voluntarily.
If you're looking for traveling Broadway shows with second rate talent you've hit the jackpot. Remember, these are actors that couldn't 'Make It There'.
Schools, yes the suburban schools are probably better, but that's cause voters/homeowners pass levys that better fund the
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Awful Stats - 1/26/2018
I would love to live in Columbus, however the stats on this website are not
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Great Place to Raise Kids - 12/26/2017
I loved living in Columbus. There are tons of activities for children (see the book "Kids Love Columbus). There's a great sense of community and the citizens have good midwestern values. I hated to
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Columbus, OH - 8/29/2016
have lived in Columbus for about 9 yrs now. Moved here because my husband was born & raised here and had good memories of the place from the '70's. I can't stand this city. The drivers are all maniacs. The only good things I can come up with are: an outstanding library system and the Franklin Conservatory (which costs about $12 bucks to walk thru!! My husband died last year and if I had the money to move, I would be seeing Columbus in my rear view mirror
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Columbus overall - 3/5/2016
After living in the Columbus area for 2 years, I think I can give an impartial review of the city. So, here goes:
Pros: Low cost of living compared to many other places.
I have no statistics, but there seems to be a good employment rate
in a variety of fields.
Many shows, concerts, festivals, etc.
Good system of metro parks that are connected via a paved
biking/walking path.
Good library system with multiple branches
Decent hospitals
Good restaurants.
Ohio state university and some good small colleges.
Cons: Sprawl- Everything is spread out. The public transportation is
not good. A car is pretty much a necessity, and this leads to
traffic.
Many drivers are overly aggressive. Many drive too slowly and
do not pay attention. This is a bad combination.
The weather is often dreary, humid, or
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Just the Right Size - 10/10/2015
Columbus may not be the biggest city but it certainly isn't the smallest. For comparison, I have spent time in both Chicago and Dayton, cities on either side of the city size spectrum and I can say without a doubt that Columbus is the best of the three. While Chicago may have more sports teams and famous landmarks and other points of interest downtown, the cost of living was outrageous and the population was just plain rude and don't even get me started on the God forsaken traffic. Columbus on the other hand has a great cost of living compared to cities all across America and for the most part people are generally nice and pleasant and traffic is better than you would expect. Once you take the time to learn the general traffic patterns of the city, its not too hard to get where you need to go and quickly. Columbus also has a decent amount of points of interest and there is plenty to do in and around the city. Dayton on the other hand couldn't be more boring and depressing. After
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Great place to raise a family! - 9/19/2015
There are many opportunities for physical activity in Columbus, Ohio. There are programs for children, adults, and the elderly. There are walking paths and bicycling paths. The YMCA has branches across the
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Depends on what you're looking for, but it's not a - 3/30/2015
Columbus is a great size, it's affordable, it has a lot of opportunities, some arts & culture, a lot of college related sports, and a few other professional athletic teams. I don't personally like the cold (I wouldn't mind never seeing snow or changing seasons again.) The winters are very gray here and that can make them feel long and tedious. However, we have a lovely spring, a crisp fall, and a hot summer. We have a large number of top rated medical facilities and doctors. The suburbs are nice and there are plenty of different neighborhoods to choose from, all with their own unique vibes. It is a decent place to live, people are friendly, and opportunities are here for the taking if you're looking.
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