Best Places to Retire in Ohio (2026)

Cleveland is the #1 ranked city in Ohio with 66.70 (retirement score). This ranking includes 2 Ohio cities with available data.

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All 2 Cities Ranked

Source: Multiple Sources

#	City	Population	Retirement Score
1	Cleveland	367,523	66.70
2	Columbus	906,480	33.30

Methodology

Cities in Ohio are ranked by retirement score. Only cities with populations above 1,000 are included. Data sourced from Multiple Sources. Last updated 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the #1 best places to retire in ohio?: Cleveland ranks #1 with 66.70 (retirement score).
What are the top 5 best places to retire in ohio?: 1. Cleveland (66.70), 2. Columbus (33.30)
How many cities in Ohio are ranked?: This ranking includes 2 cities in Ohio with available data.

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