Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Low crime, strong schools, and short commutes in some of the tidiest suburbs in the Midwest.
1. Dublin: Safest overall
2. Mason: Best near Cincinnati
3. Hudson: Best small-town safety
4. Westerville: Best Columbus suburb
5. Powell: Best for families
6. Solon: Best near Cleveland
7. Hilliard: Best value suburb
8. Wadsworth: Best small city
The Ohio metros are anchored by suburbs that consistently post very low crime and top schools, all at Midwest prices. From Columbus to Cincinnati to Cleveland, here are the 8 safest places to live in Ohio, ranked.