Living in Columbus, Ohio and Northeast Tarrant, Texas presents different opportunities depending on an individual's lifestyle and preferences. Columbus is a larger, bustling city with a diverse economy and cultural offerings, while Northeast Tarrant offers a suburban appeal with a strong economic base and a faster-paced lifestyle. Although they share some similarities, their climates, cost of living, educational opportunities, infrastructures, and taxation differ, making each a unique choice for residents and tourists alike. This comparison will delve into various aspects of life in these two locations to help you make an informed choice.
Columbus, OH, has a higher crime rate compared to the national average, although areas frequented by tourists and populous residential neighborhoods are generally safe. On the other hand, Northeast Tarrant, TX, exhibits a lower crime rate, especially in crimes against persons, which makes it a safer environment for both residents and tourists.
Cost of Living
The cost of living is generally lower in Columbus than Northeast Tarrant which includes various aspects such as housing, groceries, utilities, transportation, and health care. However, individuals earning higher wages might find Northeast Tarrant's living costs more reasonable.
Income Tax
Columbus residents are subject to both state and city income taxes, while Texas, including Northeast Tarrant, does not have a state income tax, providing a financial incentive for individuals and families.
Property Tax
Property taxes in Columbus, Ohio are relatively high compared to the national average, while Northeast Tarrant's rates are even higher due to Texas' reliance on property taxes for revenue.
Sales Tax
Columbus, Ohio has a combined state and local sales tax rate of 7.50%, while Northeast Tarrant in Texas has a combined rate of 8.25%.
Income
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Estimated median household income
$58,202
$90,881
Estimated per capita income
$32,392
$45,353
Cost of living index (U.S. average is 100)
96.1
102
If you make $50,000 in Columbus, you will have to make $53,070 in Northeast Tarrant to maintain the same standard of living.
Geographical Conditions
Columbus is characterized by flat terrains with several large rivers. It is also far from any natural disasters-prone areas. Northeast Tarrant, on the other hand, features a mix of flat plains and hillier terrains. It lies within Tornado Alley and sometimes experiences severe weather.
Geographical information
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Land area
210.3 sq. miles
206.9 sq. miles
Population density
4,311.3 people per sq. mile
2,284.3 people per sq. mile
Relative area comparison
Columbus, OH Northeast Tarrant, TX
Education
Columbus boasts a number of high-quality educational institutions, including Ohio State University, one of the largest universities in the U.S. Northeast Tarrant, while it lacks in terms of universities, has highly rated public schools in Grapevine-Colleyville and Keller ISD, making it ideal for families with school-going children.
Columbus has a diverse economy with sectors such as education, government, insurance, banking, defense, aviation, food, logistics, steel, energy, medical research, health care, hospitality, retail, and technology contributing significantly. In contrast, Northeast Tarrant, an integral part of the Dallas-Fort Worth economic region, boasts a vibrant economy notable for its strong aviation, logistics, retail, and technology sectors.
Biggest Employers
In Columbus, some of the largest employers are Ohio State University, the state of Ohio, and Nationwide Insurance. Northeast Tarrant benefits from the presence of major employers like American Airlines and Lockheed Martin in the wider Dallas-Fort Worth area.
In Columbus (Franklin County), 60.8% voted for Democrats and 37.9% for Republicans in 2012 Presidential Election. In Northeast Tarrant (Tarrant County), 41.4% voted for Democrats and 57.1% for Republicans.
Elections
Type
Democrats
Republicans
Other
Year
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
2020
64.7%
49.3%
33.4%
49.1%
1.9%
1.6%
2016
59.8%
43.2%
33.9%
51.8%
6.2%
5.0%
2012
60.8%
41.4%
37.9%
57.1%
1.3%
1.4%
2008
59.8%
43.8%
39.0%
55.5%
1.2%
0.7%
2004
54.5%
37.0%
45.2%
62.5%
0.3%
0.5%
2000
48.9%
36.9%
47.9%
60.9%
3.2%
2.3%
1996
48.1%
41.6%
44.5%
50.9%
7.3%
7.5%
Breakdown of population affiliated with a religious congregation
Type
Adherents
Congregations
Religion
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
CATHOLIC CHURCH
13.2%
11.1%
5.6%
1.9%
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA
1.6%
0.3%
3.7%
0.9%
SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION
1.6%
17.3%
6.8%
33.3%
MUSLIM ESTIMATE
1.3%
2.2%
1.9%
0.9%
VINEYARD USA
1.3%
0.0%
1.2%
0.2%
AMERICAN BAPTIST CHURCHES IN THE USA
1.0%
0.0%
3.3%
0.1%
EPISCOPAL CHURCH
0.4%
0.3%
1.3%
0.8%
SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH
0.4%
0.4%
2.0%
1.6%
LUTHERAN CHURCH
0.2%
0.5%
1.0%
0.9%
Weather
Columbus has a humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters, and occasionally extreme weather events like tornadoes and snowstorms. Northeast Tarrant is warmer, featuring a humid subtropical climate with mild winters and hot, humid summers. Both cities get a reasonable amount of annual rainfall, though Columbus gets more snow.
Weather and climate
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Temperature - Average
52.8°F
64.6°F
Humidity - Average morning or afternoon humidity
74.8%
71.3%
Humidity - Differences between morning and afternoon humidity
34%
34%
Humidity - Maximum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
86%
82%
Humidity - Minimum monthly morning or afternoon humidity
52%
48%
Precipitation - Yearly average
39.3 in
37.2 in
Snowfall - Yearly average
56.6 in
4.2 in
Clouds - Number of days clear of clouds
12%
22.8%
Sunshine amount - Average
49.7%
66.6%
Sunshine amount - Differences during a year
27%
20%
Sunshine amount - Maximum monthly
55%
74%
Sunshine amount - Minimum monthly
28%
54%
Wind speed - Average
8.2 mph
10.3 mph
Average climate in Columbus, Ohio
Average climate in Northeast Tarrant, Texas
Air pollution
Type
AQI
CO
NO2
OZONE
PM10
PM25
SO2
Year
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
2018
69
86
0.11
N/A
10.0
5.8
33.8
27.9
N/A
N/A
6.0
9.2
0.0
0.4
2017
68
84
0.16
N/A
9.6
5.9
28.7
28.0
N/A
N/A
5.5
8.6
0.1
0.3
2016
76
75
0.17
N/A
10.6
6.2
28.5
26.4
N/A
N/A
5.6
8.2
0.1
0.2
2015
74
81
0.16
N/A
11.3
6.5
27.0
25.7
N/A
N/A
6.1
8.5
0.1
0.3
2014
82
77
0.20
0.22
11.0
6.6
28.5
27.1
N/A
N/A
7.4
9.4
0.5
0.3
2013
78
95
N/A
0.25
8.9
6.8
29.6
28.0
N/A
N/A
7.8
11.3
0.6
0.2
2012
87
108
N/A
0.26
N/A
8.1
32.9
30.7
N/A
N/A
8.9
10.8
N/A
0.3
2011
89
98
N/A
0.23
N/A
8.0
28.1
30.8
N/A
N/A
8.9
10.2
N/A
0.6
2010
90
76
N/A
0.23
N/A
8.7
30.5
28.0
N/A
N/A
9.1
8.5
N/A
0.7
2009
61
93
N/A
0.25
N/A
8.9
28.7
29.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
8.7
N/A
0.5
2008
65
89
N/A
0.25
N/A
9.7
31.2
27.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.4
1.8
0.5
2007
80
91
N/A
0.30
N/A
10.8
30.8
25.1
N/A
N/A
N/A
9.7
2.8
0.3
2006
75
99
N/A
0.34
N/A
10.6
30.0
30.2
23.7
N/A
N/A
9.5
3.3
0.7
2005
87
109
N/A
0.34
N/A
12.3
29.6
29.1
27.5
N/A
N/A
10.7
4.1
0.9
2004
77
90
N/A
0.39
N/A
11.6
27.8
25.7
24.6
N/A
N/A
N/A
4.4
0.8
2003
91
97
N/A
0.40
N/A
12.3
26.4
27.2
23.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
4.1
1.0
2002
93
97
N/A
0.37
N/A
13.0
31.3
25.4
25.7
N/A
N/A
N/A
4.1
0.4
2001
84
88
N/A
0.48
N/A
14.3
29.2
26.0
25.9
N/A
N/A
N/A
3.5
1.0
2000
57
104
N/A
0.55
N/A
14.5
N/A
27.1
23.5
N/A
N/A
N/A
3.7
1.1
Natural disasters
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Tornado activity compared to U.S. average
119.1%
252.8%
Earthquake activity compared to U.S. average
96.1%
578.9%
Natural disasters compared to U.S. average
16%
23%
Transportation
Columbus has a robust public transportation system operated by COTA (Central Ohio Transit Authority), while personal driving remains the main mode of transportation in Northeast Tarrant due to its suburban nature. Both areas have easy highway access for commuting.
Transport
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Amtrak stations
1
0
Amtrak stations nearby
1
1
FAA registered aircraft
415
0
FAA registered aircraft manufacturers and dealers
4
0
Means of transportation to work
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Bicycle
0.6%
0.2%
Bus
1.6%
0%
Carpooled
7.4%
9.8%
Car alone
86.7%
84.8%
Motorcycle
0%
0.1%
Taxicab
0.1%
0.1%
Walked
2.2%
0.9%
Average travel time to work
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Average
26.1 min
26.8 min
Real Estate
Housing in Columbus is more affordable than in Northeast Tarrant, with a wide selection of homes available on the market. While Northeast Tarrant housing prices can be higher, the area offers quality housing in desirable, family-friendly neighborhoods.
Neighborhoods
Columbus has a wide array of neighborhoods to suit different lifestyles, from the trendy Short North to family-friendly Clintonville and Bexley. Northeast Tarrant consists of suburbs such as Keller, Grapevine, and Colleyville, known for their safety and community-oriented environments.
Houses and residents
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
Houses
422,120
155,788
Average household size (people)
2.3
2.7
Houses occupied
390,605 (92.5%)
149,489 (96%)
Houses occupied by owners
175,427 (44.9%)
101,491 (67.9%)
Houses occupied by renters
215,178 (55.1%)
47,998 (32.1%)
Median rent asked for vacant for-rent units
$1,371
$1,297
Median price asked for vacant for-sale houses and condos
$195,022
$288,870
Estimated median house or condo value
$219,200
$337,949
Median number of rooms in apartments
4.2
4.1
Median number of rooms in houses and condos
6.3
6.5
Renting percentage
53%
32.5%
Housing density (houses/condos per square mile)
2,007.5
752.8
Household income disparities
42.4%
38.7%
Housing units without a mortgage
4,290 (3.3%)
18,262 (19.1%)
Housing units with both a second mortgage and home equity loan
10,651 (8.2%)
88 (0.1%)
Housing units with a mortgage
125,487 (96.7%)
77,313 (80.9%)
Housing units with a home equity loan
775 (0.6%)
4,029 (4.2%)
Housing units with a second mortgage
13,558 (10.4%)
5,649 (5.9%)
Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities
1.6%
0.4%
Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities
Self-employed workers in own not incorporated business
20,915
11,886
State government workers
31,881
4,379
Unpaid family workers
724
466
Industries and Occupations
In Columbus, dominant industries include education, health care, finance, and insurance, with a growing tech scene. Northeast Tarrant, on the other hand, is known for its aviation industry, shared with nearby Fort Worth and Dallas, and has a strong presence of retail and logistics sectors.
Both Columbus and Northeast Tarrant offer high-quality healthcare facilities. Columbus is home to the renowned Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, while Northeast Tarrant residents have easy access to the extensive healthcare network in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Health (county statistics)
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
General health status score of residents in this county from 1 (poor) to 5 (excellent)
Columbus, as Ohio's capital and the third most populous capital city in the US, has well-developed infrastructure, including roads, airports, and public spaces. In contrast, Northeast Tarrant boasts a growing infrastructure with modern shopping centers, parks, entertainment venues, and well-maintained roads linking it to nearby cities like Dallas and Fort Worth.
Infrastructure
Type
Columbus
Northeast Tarrant
TV stations
14
25
Culture and Food
Columbus has a diverse cultural scene with a variety of museums, art galleries, music festivals, and culinary offerings. Northeast Tarrant offers a unique blend of Texan culture with Southern charm, including a strong barbecue tradition and Tex-Mex cuisine.
Sports Teams
Columbus is home to several professional sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets (NHL), the Crew (MLS), and the Ohio State Buckeyes (NCAA). Northeast Tarrant residents enjoy easy access to Dallas-Fort Worth's numerous professional sports franchises, including the Dallas Cowboys (NFL), the Mavericks (NBA), and the Texas Rangers (MLB).
Columbus, OH
Northeast Tarrant, TX
Columbus, OH and 
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