Simply put: Columbus is the best... but we know we might be biased.
However, these national publications that are in charge of rankings, lists, and competitions are not. Check out all the headlines Columbus has made in 2024 from large-scale publications, proving we’re No. 1.
Real Estate
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, these publications are putting Columbus and the Buckeye State on the map.
- Columbus was ranked the No. 3 hottest housing market heading into 2024 by Zillow.
- Hilliard was named one of the top 10 hidden gem zip codes in the US by Opendoor.
- Ohio was also ranked the No. 5 easiest state to sell a home in, according to CRM.
See why Otherworld is near the top of one national publication’s competition. | Photo via @enter.otherworld
Business
Each year, USAToday runs its 10Best competition where it asks its readers to vote the best cities for select categories. Naturally, Columbus is no stranger here:
- COSI, which won in 2023, has been nominated for best science museum. Voting ends Monday, Feb. 12 at noon.
- Otherworld is nominated for best immersive art experience, and currently ranked No. 6 on the leaderboard. Voting ends Monday, Feb. 19 at noon.
- Columbus moved into the No. 5 slot on the leaderboard this week for best beer city. Voting ends Monday, Feb. 26 at noon.
Avishar Barua (right) was previously on Food Network. | Photo via Beat Bobby Flay
Culture
Two Columbus-based chefs are semifinalists for the prestigious James Beard Awards in the Great Lakes region. They are: Avishar Barua, who owns owns Joya’s and Agni; and BJ Lieberman, who owns Hiraeth, Chapman’s Eat Market, and Ginger Rabbit Jazz Lounge.