Columbus, OH vs Delray Beach, FL
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Columbus
76.5
#341 nationally
Delray Beach
70.5
#1094 nationally
Columbus leads in cost of living index (93 vs 122). Delray Beach leads in median household income ($76,558 vs $62,889). Columbus leads in walk score (41 vs 35).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, OH | Delray Beach, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.5 (#341) | 70.5 (#1094) |
| Population | 913,175 | 67,536 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $248,686 | $343,917 |
| Median Household Income | $62,889 | $76,558 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 22.3 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 35 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 11.6 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 122 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.4 | D+0.8 |
C
76.5 Score
Columbus, OH
Ohio's capital city on the rise
Median Home
$248,686
Population
913,175
Crime
Moderate
Schools
B
Midwest
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C-
70.5 Score
Delray Beach, FL
Florida community balancing growth and livability
Median Home
$343,917
Population
67,536
Crime
Moderate-High
Walk Score
35
Southeast
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