How Does Columbus, OH Spend Tax Money?
Columbus, OH spends $18,858 per resident, with total expenditures of $17.0B. Top spending categories: Parks & Recreation ($2,168/person), Fire Protection ($1,016/person), Highways & Roads ($224/person). Fiscal Health Score: C (52/100).
Key Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Spending | $17.0B |
| Per Capita Spending | $18,858 |
| Total Revenue | $0 |
| Total Debt | $1.0B |
| Population | 902,449 |
| Fiscal Health Score | 52/100 (C) |
Top Spending Categories (Per Capita)
Parks & Recreation$2,168/person
Fire Protection$1,016/person
Highways & Roads$224/person
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of State & Local Government Finances. Last updated 2026-04-06.