Living in Ohio

#40 in population growth

Should you move to Ohio?

Ohio, the Buckeye State, is a place of bustling cities, verdant farmland, and warm Midwestern charm. Known for its diverse economy, commitment to innovation, and sporting fervor, Ohio offers a balanced, family-oriented lifestyle.

Ohio’s economy is varied, with strong sectors in manufacturing, healthcare, and education. Its cities, like Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati, are vibrant centers of culture, business, and education.

Living in Ohio offers a mix of experiences. From enjoying the roller coasters at Cedar Point to hiking in Hocking Hills State Park, Ohio provides a rich, four-season experience. Education is highly valued in Ohio, with excellent public schools and notable universities such as The Ohio State University and Case Western Reserve University.

If you’re looking for a state that offers a balanced lifestyle, a diverse economy, and a commitment to education, Ohio might be your perfect match. Just be prepared to embrace all four seasons and a love of football!

#7 in population

Population

11,756,058

National Avg 6,652,315

#41 in population

Population Per Square Mile

289

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does Ohio Score?

A
Home Affordability
A
Cost of Living
D
Diversity

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Metropolitans

Living in Ohio

Climate

How Does Ohio Compare?

#32
in Sunny Days
#28
in Annual Rainfall
#16
in Daytime Humidity

Healthcare

#31

How Does Ohio Compare?

#31
in Healthcare
#39
in Available Beds
#8
in Doctors Per Resident

7

Children's Hospitals

5

VA Medical Centers

34

VA Clinics

Ohio Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#12

How Does Ohio Compare?

#12
in Cost of Living
#27
in Minimum Hourly Wage
#9
in Living Wage

Ohio State Taxes

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Education in Ohio

#12

Ohio School Districts

8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #16 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

64%

Proficient or Above

29%

Ranked #9 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

71%

Proficient or Above

33%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
91.1%
Bachelors Degree
29.7%

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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know Ohio

State Capital

Columbus

Area Codes

216, 234, 283, 326, 330, 380, 419, 440, 513, 567, 614, 740, 937

Time Zone

Eastern Time Zone

Number of Counties

88

Land Area (square miles)

40,859

Motto

With God, all things are possible

State Bird

Cardinal

Housing

#9
#9 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$179,700

National $440,300

#10 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$870

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$504

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

4,754,161

Persons Per Household

2.41

Rent vs Own

Own 66.6%
Rent 33.4%

Economy

#36 in household income

Median Household Income

61,938

National $70,784

#25 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
63.2%
Poverty Rate
13.4%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$97,117,415

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$24,560,626

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$29,460,997

Per Capita Retail Sales

14,941

Counties

Diversity

#37
White alone
80.9%
Black or African American alone
13.3%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
0.3%
Asian alone
2.7%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.1%
Two or More Races
2.7%
Hispanic or Latino
4.5%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
77.3%

Foreign Born Persons

4.8%

Veterans

666320

Persons Under 5 years
5.6%
Persons Under 18 years
21.8%
Persons 65 years and over
18.4%

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