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Columbus is Ohio's state capitol and the largest metro area in the state. Located in Central Ohio the Columbus metro area is many things; a vibrant cosmopolitan city, a college town, and cultural scene all in one metro area. Columbus is a walkable city, perfect for afternoon strolls along the Scioto mile or exploring the attractions downtown.
Columbus is Ohio's state capitol and the largest metro area in the state. Located in Central Ohio the Columbus metro area is many things; a vibrant cosmopolitan city, a college town, and cultural scene all in one metro area. Columbus is a walkable city, perfect for afternoon strolls along the Scioto mile or exploring the attractions downtown.
Retirees have a variety of neighborhoods to choose from ranging from downtown urban living to more distant suburbs. Many neighborhoods still retain their small town feeling and provide unique shopping, dining and annual festivals. Small towns and villages outside of the city are popular with retirees who want to enjoy the quiet, relaxed feel and lower costs of rural living.
In general Ohio has a lower cost of living than many states and the Columbus metro area is no exception making it a great place for budget conscious 55+ living. Columbus overall cost of living is about 14 percent lower than the national average primarily due to lower housing costs. The average home cost in the U.S. is $338,100 vs. $197,000 and $278,700 for the Columbus Metro area. Other costs such as groceries, healthcare, utilities and transportation are very close to the national average.
Ohio residents pay an income tax ranging from 2.76 to 3.99 percent and Social Security is not taxed. According to Kiplinger retirees with higher incomes will not receive tax credits on other types of retirement income. Some local areas and schools may add additional income taxes for their residents.
Active adult retirement community prices generally range from the mid to high 100s to the mid 600s. This will depend on location, areas such as Dublin are more expensive.
Like much of Ohio Columbus is mostly flat although there is some elevation change between the north and south ends of the metro area. Columbus was built just south of the confluence of the Scioto and Olentangy rivers and several of their tributaries run through the metro area. The Scioto River runs through downtown Columbus and is the home of the Scioto Mile, a string of interconnected parks and attractions on both sides of the river.
The Columbus area is cold during the winter, with temperatures generally in the low 30s, the record low temperature was -22F in 1994. Columbus is too far south to be subject to the lake effect and too far east to be in the path of Nor'easters so it has less snowfall than other parts of Ohio. Like much of the midwest Columbus area sees volatile weather, especially in the spring and fall. Lightening, heavy rain and hail are typical although tornadoes striking the city are thankfully uncommon. Summers are hot and humid, with average high temperatures in the mid to high 80s, although 90+ degree days are common.
While central Ohio is not known for grand mountain ranges or ocean views it has its own quiet beauty. Active adults can enjoy hiking through fragrant brightly hued oak trees in the fall or canoeing on a mist-covered lake on warm summer mornings. You can easily go fishing in the morning, play a round of golf in the afternoon and see a Broadway show in the evening without leaving the metro area.
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1056 Southern Hills Drive, 