March 31, 2008

Columbus Ohio - A great place to call home

Posted to Downtown Columbus

The city of Columbus is located on the banks of the Scioto and Olentangy Rivers in Central Ohio. It is the capital of the state, as well as its largest city with a population of over 730,000 and a metropolitan population of nearly two million. Columbus has been frequently ranked as one of the United States’ best cities due to its consistently strong economy, high quality of life, exceptional schools, and welcoming communities. A star of the Midwest in the business sector, Columbus boasts 15 Fortune 1000 companies and six Fortune 500 companies, as well as many major employers such as four outstanding healthcare systems and 20 colleges and universities. The city also applauds entrepreneurs; thousands of new businesses successfully open their doors in Columbus every year. But unlike many other large cities, Columbus is not all about work, work, work; in fact, Columbusites pride themselves on their laid back Midwestern attitude and their ability to live life to its fullest. Due to the city’s affordable median home price and cost of living that falls way below the national average, residents of Columbus get more for their money—which means spending less time trying to make ends meet and more time having fun. Columbus offers many world-class attractions including museums and art galleries, intimate music and theater venues, and sporting events to get every sports fan up and cheering. In addition to its lucrative careers and exciting recreation, Columbus also offers warm and friendly neighborhoods that provide a safe atmosphere for growing families. The city’s K-12 education system contains some of the best schools in the nation, and has 53 public school districts and 140 private and parochial schools. Columbus also boasts many youth programs and activities throughout the city, and has 65 public libraries that are highly dedicated to enhancing every child’s education. With such a long list of features, Columbus truly is a city that runs with the best in the U.S. Whether you are a single professional, a student, a young family, or an empty nester, Columbus is a great place to call home.
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