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Reynoldsburg.
About
Life in Reynoldsburg
Living in Reynoldsburg means you're close enough to Columbus for work and city amenities—about 25 minutes average commute—but far enough out to find more space and slightly lower housing costs than the urban core. The median home price hovers around $240,000 with median rent at $1,259, which is reasonable for the region, and the unemployment rate sits at 4.4%, suggesting stable job prospects, especially if you work in state government or education. The school system is substantial with seven elementary schools, two junior highs, and a high school split across two campuses, making it a solid choice for families with kids.
Reynoldsburg at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
37.2 yrs
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Foreign-Born
11.4%
Broadband Internet
92.2%
of households
Population Growth
+5.5%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics11.4% foreign-born, most often from Ethiopia
Who lives in Reynoldsburg: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Reynoldsburg, the largest foreign-born group is from Ethiopia (16.9%), and 4.1% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
24.6%
of residents
65 and Older
15.7%
of residents
Households with Kids
30.7%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
33.3%
of households
Married Couples
38.6%
of households
Avg Household Size
2.38
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 22% above OH average
Rent, home values, and income in Reynoldsburg
In Reynoldsburg, rent runs 22% above the OH average, and home values are 14% above the OH average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
44.6%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
18.5%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
95.5
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$3,651
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
61.6%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1984
median year built
Vacant Homes
3.9%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $293,009 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment about average for OH
Unemployment in Reynoldsburg and typical pay across the metro area
Unemployment in Reynoldsburg is close to the OH average.
Unemployment rate
City-level rate · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
City-level (BLS) · Annual averages
What Reynoldsburg Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Median Salary by Occupation · metro area
Columbus, OH metro area
Commute25.2 min avg
How Reynoldsburg residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Reynoldsburg, most residents drive alone to work (68%), and 62% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 5 mi
John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)
Medium hub4.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 27% above national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Reynoldsburg runs 27% above the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
419.6
per 100,000 residents
Above average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
2,190.4
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Reynoldsburg Police Department
Natural DisastersThunderstorm Wind most common — 22 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively High
98.1 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Franklin County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Franklin County, which includes Reynoldsburg, the most common type is thunderstorm wind, with 22 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22 | Thunderstorm Wind | $147,850 |
| 2024 | 16 | Thunderstorm Wind | $559,750 |
| 2023 | 20 | Thunderstorm Wind | $70,200 |
| 2022 | 21 | Winter Weather | $16,100 |
| 2021 | 16 | Winter Weather | $103,600 |
| 2020 | 29 | Thunderstorm Wind | $206,050 |
| 2019 | 25 | Winter Weather | $251,250 |
| 2018 | 32 | Thunderstorm Wind | $959,750 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
1 earthquake of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Franklin County, county-wide
Reynoldsburg is about 3% of Franklin County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Air Quality53 median AQI — Moderate
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Franklin County, which includes Reynoldsburg, is typically moderate — acceptable for most people, but can affect those unusually sensitive to air pollution.
Median AQI
53
Good Days
147
per year
Moderate Days
213
per year
Unhealthy Days
1
per year
Franklin County, county-wide
Reynoldsburg is about 3% of Franklin County’s population, so county-wide figures may differ from local conditions.
Climate84°F summers, 25°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Reynoldsburg has warm summers (avg high 84°F) and cold winters (avg low 25°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
63°/42°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
84°/64°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
65°/45°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
40°/25°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
43.3"
Annual Snowfall
28.2"
Hot Days/Year
21
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
103
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
141
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37°F | 22°F | 3.00" |
| Feb | 41°F | 24°F | 2.41" |
| Mar | 51°F | 32°F | 3.62" |
| Apr | 64°F | 42°F | 3.85" |
| May | 74°F | 52°F | 3.99" |
| Jun | 82°F | 62°F | 4.33" |
| Jul | 85°F | 65°F | 4.67" |
| Aug | 84°F | 64°F | 3.74" |
| Sep | 78°F | 57°F | 3.14" |
| Oct | 66°F | 45°F | 2.90" |
| Nov | 52°F | 35°F | 2.79" |
| Dec | 42°F | 27°F | 3.13" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Reynoldsburg
Uninsured
9.1%
of residents
No hospitals inside Reynoldsburg's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
Mount Carmel East & West
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.1 mi away · Columbus
Mount Carmel Behavioral Health
Psychiatric · 4.7 mi away · Columbus
Diley Ridge Medical Center
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 7.5 mi away · Canal Winchester
Adult Health · vs. the typical US place
Share of adults. Modeled estimates, not counted cases. “US” = the typical US place.
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education18.3:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Reynoldsburg
Reynoldsburg's student/teacher ratio is 18.3:1 (higher than the national average of 16:1), and 32.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
10
within city limits
Private Schools
1
within city limits
College Degree Rate
32.1%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
18.3:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Reynoldsburg (within 15 miles)
Ohio State University-Main Campus
11.7 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 45,638 students · in-state tuition $13,641 · 83% graduate · median earnings $67,080 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 5,562 students · in-state tuition $9,552 · 50% graduate · median earnings $57,435 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 2,157 students · in-state tuition $36,598 · 68% graduate · median earnings $59,196 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 1,585 students · in-state tuition $44,304 · 66% graduate · median earnings $58,937 (10 yrs after entry)
Columbus College of Art & Design
10.4 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 882 students · in-state tuition $42,200 · 60% graduate · median earnings $47,378 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 760 students · in-state tuition $36,422 · 49% graduate · median earnings $54,622 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: Hopewell Culture National Historical Park, 47 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Reynoldsburg
Reynoldsburg has 4 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being Hopewell Culture National Historical Park (47 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
47 mi awayCharles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
61 mi awayDayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
70 mi awayFirst Ladies National Historic Site
National Historic Site
94 mi awayPublic Libraries in Reynoldsburg
Reynoldsburg Branch Library
1308 Brice Rd., Reynoldsburg
Cities Near Reynoldsburg
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Reynoldsburg FAQ
Is Reynoldsburg, Ohio affordable?⌄
Reynoldsburg's median rent is $1,259/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $72,972/year. Median home value is $244,300.
Is Reynoldsburg, Ohio safe?⌄
Reynoldsburg's violent crime rate was 420 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is above the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 2190 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Reynoldsburg, Ohio?⌄
Reynoldsburg has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Reynoldsburg, Ohio?⌄
The cost of living in Reynoldsburg is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,259/month and median household income is $72,972/year. The median home value is $244,300. About 45% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Reynoldsburg, Ohio?⌄
The average commute in Reynoldsburg is 25 minutes, which is about average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from