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Is Columbus getting better or worse?

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 23,616, Columbus is a small town. You can expect to pay around $882 for rent here. Household incomes average around $40,588 in Columbus. It's a a small town city with about 23,616 people. The median home value here is around $121,200, which is actually reasonable. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

Pros:
- Friendly people
- Walkable downtown
- Good internet infrastructure
- Plenty of shopping options
- Good airport connections

Cons:
- Limited nightlife
- Limited dining options
- Boring for young people
- Not enough green space
Thoughts? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development.
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Isaiah T.
From a safety perspective, it really depends on the area. Some neighborhoods are tough, others not so much. Do your research on specific streets.
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Everly Jackson
I'm a social worker and I've found I genuinely enjoy living here. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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