Columbus, OH vs Miramar, 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
Miramar
67
#1476 nationally
Columbus leads in walk score (41 vs 28). Columbus leads in cost of living index (93 vs 123). Miramar leads in median household income ($81,812 vs $62,889).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Columbus, OH | Miramar, FL |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 76.5 (#341) | 67 (#1476) |
| Population | 913,175 | 138,319 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $248,686 | $521,847 |
| Median Household Income | $62,889 | $81,812 |
| Average Commute | 23.1 min | 29.7 min |
| Walk Score | 41 | 28 |
| Crime Level | Moderate | 4.4 |
| School Rating | 6.8 | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 93 | 123 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | D+28.4 | D+17.0 |
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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D+
67 Score
Miramar, FL
Mid-size Florida city with community character
Median Home
$521,847
Population
138,319
Crime
Moderate-Low
Walk Score
28
Southeast
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