Columbus

OH

Franklin County, Ohio

Population 1.3M |Median income $75,176 |17 hospitals

Population
1,333,048
Franklin County
Median Income
$75,176
+11% vs avg
Median Home Value
$288,400
+27% vs avg
Median Age
34.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
1.3M+13%
Median Income
$75,176+48%
Median Home Value
$288,400+91%
Poverty Rate
14.7%-19%
Unemployment
4.6%-47%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,302/mo
Poverty Rate
14.7% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42.1%
Work From Home 19.3%
Public Transit 1.6%

Population

White 59%
African American 23.3%
Asian 5.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.6%
Obesity
33.7%
High Blood Pressure
32.9%
Physical Inactivity
23.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.1%
Binge Drinking
17.8%
Current Smoking
13.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.8%
Diabetes
11.8%
Current Asthma
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.6%
Dental Visit 65.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.6%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 17 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
★★★★
3
★★★
4
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.4/5
Total Hospitals
17
With ER
7
RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITAL
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MOUNT CARMEL ST ANN'S
WESTERVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
DOCTORS HOSPITAL
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
GRANT MEDICAL CENTER
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
MOUNT CARMEL EAST & WEST
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY STATE HEALTH SYSTEM
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
DUBLIN METHODIST HOSPITAL
DUBLIN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Columbus Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Lorain County, Ohio Until 4:15 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tri-State Area of Kentucky, Ohio, and West Virginia

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North Central Ohio Through 4:00 AM EDT

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central and West Central Ohio Until 2:30 AM

NOAA · 1d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of Northern Kentucky and South Central Ohio

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Columbus, OH? ▼
Columbus, OH has a population of 1,333,048 people, located in Franklin County, Ohio.
What is the median household income in Columbus? ▼
The median household income in Columbus, OH is $75,176 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
What is the median home value in Columbus? ▼
The median home value in Columbus, OH is $288,400. Median rent is $1,302/month.
What are the top health concerns in Columbus? ▼
The top health indicators in Columbus include Short Sleep Duration (36.6%), Obesity (33.7%), High Blood Pressure (32.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Columbus? ▼
Columbus has 17 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. 7 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Columbus? ▼
The median age in Columbus, OH is 34.8 years. 42.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Columbus, OH is located in Franklin County, Ohio. With a population of 1.3M and a median household income of $75,176, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 17 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Columbus area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Franklin County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.