Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Top schools, low crime, and short commutes in some of the most affordable suburbs in the Midwest.
1. Dublin: Best overall
2. Mason: Best near Cincinnati
3. Powell: Best for schools
4. Solon: Best near Cleveland
5. Hudson: Best small-town feel
6. Westerville: Best walkable suburb
7. Hilliard: Best value
8. Sylvania: Best near Toledo
Ohio families get a lot for the money: top-rated suburban schools, low crime, and short commutes at prices well below the coasts. The Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland metros all deliver. Here are the 8 best places for families in Ohio, ranked.