I moved from the Columbus area to DC a little over a year ago, one of the best decisions I ever made. It’s more than expensive but the resources, the culture, the food, the people, the WALKABILITY, make it worth it. The more residential sides almost remind me of the outskirts of Cincinnati, but if there was an effective bus system and restaurants that were actually interesting. You have to find your people (if you don’t anywhere will suck), but there are enough social clubs, volunteering opportunities, and work happy hours to make that happen for you. Best of luck escaping Ohio’s gravity!