10 Most Affordable Cities In America

9) Columbus, OH

Surprisingly, for what many consider a Midwestern state, Ohio has several major cities: Cleveland, Cincinnati, Dayton, Toledo and Columbus. However, of those cities it is Columbus which boasts the strongest economy and most educated population. With a median income of around $45,000 and the median home prices hovering around $130,000, Columbus can definitely provide a nice lifestyle.

Ohio State University provides for a younger feel in the city, as well as provides a wealth of entertainment from sports to the arts. From the Annual Doo Dah Parade to the Wexner Center for the Arts and the North Market, Columbus packs a ton of activities and charm into a small city with a population of less than one million.

What separates Columbus from other cities on this list is its proximity to other great cities and their venues such as Pittsburg, Indianapolis and Louisville, which are all within a 3 hour trip. This is a well educated city full of life and most important, it is highly affordable.