Quality of Life
Cost of Living
Well below other major metro areas. The Cost of Living Index for Columbus is 96.
Housing Prices
Average new, single-family home: $267,000; average home resale $141,700; urban, suburban and rural options.
Arts and Culture
More than 100 art galleries, 18 museums, world-class performing arts groups and university exhibits and performances
Entertainment & Recreation
55 three-star or -better restaurants; 87 golf courses; multiple arenas that attract big name shows; two race tracks, unique shopping districts; major league hockey; major league soccer; AAA baseball, PGA and LPGA events; Ohio State University athletics.
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Chamber Leader to Step Down
June 22, 2010
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May 25, 2010
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