Essentials
- City
- Cincinnati, Ohio, United States
- Population
- 309,000 (City), 2.25 Million (Metro)
- Internet Speed
- Avg 350 Mbps (AltaFiber/Spectrum Fiber widely available)
- Currency & Banking
- USD ($). major banks include Fifth Third, PNC, and Chase.
- Tap Water
- Safe and Drinkable (Greater Cincinnati Water Works is award-winning)
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T (eSIM via Airalo or Mint Mobile recommended)
- Banking for Expats
- PNC Bank, Fifth Third Bank, Revolut, Wise
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Zillow Rentals, Furnished Finder (for mid-term)
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, cards and mobile pay accepted everywhere except some small bars
- Short Term Rentals
- Sonder at The Jewel, Airbnb (Over-the-Rhine/OTR area)
- Budget Accommodation
- Quality Inn & Suites Cincinnati Downtown (approx. $85/night)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- The Banks (Riverside) or Downtown (Central Business District)
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Over-the-Rhine (OTR) for walkability or Oakley for a neighborhood feel
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Cincy Nice (OTR) or COhatch (various locations like The Banks or Hyde Park) - $200-$350/mo
- Best Cafe for Work
- Coffee Emporium (Central Pkwy) or Deeper Roots Coffee (Findlay Market)
- Networking Events
- CincyTech events or StartupCincy community meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Cincinnati Internations group and 'Newcomers of Cincinnati' club
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber and Lyft (widely available 24/7)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Red Bike (Bikeshare) - $5/day; Bird/Lime/Spin scooters
- Best Beach Nearby
- East Fork State Park Beach (30 mins drive) or Brookville Lake, IN
- Top Regional Airline
- Allegiant Air or Frontier (via CVG Airport)
- Top International Airline
- British Airways (Direct to London) or Delta (Hub)
- Highway Access
- Major junctions of I-71, I-75, and I-74
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Union Terminal (Amtrak) and Government Square (Local Metro Hub)
- Public Transport Passes
- METRO Bus / Cincinnati Bell Connector (Streetcar is FREE). Day pass $4.00
- Regional Travel
- Greyhound, Megabus to Columbus/Indianapolis, or Amtrak Cardinal Line
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- University of Cincinnati (UC) Medical Center or Christ Hospital
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Modo Yoga (Eden Park) or Embra Yoga (Downtown)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- The Cincinnati Athletic Club or Esporta Fitness ($25-40/mo)
- Laundry Services
- Clean Getaway Laundromat or Tide Cleaners (Delivery available)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- DoorDash, UberEats, Grubhub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Skyline Chili (Cincy-style 3-way) or Graeter’s Ice Cream
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Loving Hut (Pleasant Ridge) or Essen Kitchen (OTR)
- Best Dessert Spots
- The BonBonerie (O'Bryonville) or Holtman's Donut Shop
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Findlay Market (Historic open-air market) or Aldi
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon (Major hub nearby), Target.com, Kroger.com
- Grocery Delivery
- Kroger Delivery (local giant) or Instacart
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Main Street in OTR or Mt. Adams for views
- Local Brewery
- Rhinegeist Brewery (OTR) or MadTree Brewing (Oakley)
- Wine Bars
- Revel OTR or Skeleton Root (Winery & Bar)
- Street Food Stalls
- Findlay Market vendors (Arepa Place, Phoebe’s)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Mazunte Taqueria (Mexican) or Bridges Nepal (Nepali/Cuisine)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Roebling Suspension Bridge and Carew Tower Observation Deck
- Museums & Art Venues
- Cincinnati Art Museum (Free entry) and Contemporary Arts Center
- Historical Sites
- National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
- Religious Sites
- St. Peter in Chains Basilica or Isaac M. Wise Temple
- Annual Events
- Oktoberfest Zinzinnati (Largest in US) and Cincinnati Music Festival
- Cultural Districts
- Over-the-Rhine (OTR) Architecture District
- Theater Venues
- Aronoff Center for the Arts and Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park
- Local Markets
- Findlay Market (Tue-Sun) and Anderson Township Farmers Market
- Music Scene
- Andrew J Brady Music Center or Bogart’s
- Street Art
- ArtWorks Murals (Over 200 murals downtown/OTR)
- Cooking Classes
- The Tablespoon Cooking Co. at Findlay Market
- Art Galleries
- Pendleton Art Center (Final Fridays open house)
- Historic Buildings
- Cincinnati Music Hall (Victorian Gothic masterpiece)
- Local Heritage
- German heritage influences (Steuben Society, Goettafest)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Mt. Airy Forest (1,500 acres) or Eden Park
- National Parks Nearby
- Cuyahoga Valley National Park (3.5 hours drive)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Ohio River Trail or Loveland Bike Trail (Little Miami Scenic Trail)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Devou Park (in Covington, KY across the river) for the best skyline view
- Birdwatching Locations
- Cincinnati Nature Center (Rowe Woods)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Winton Woods Campground (Designated fire rings)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- UPS Store, FedEx Office, USPS (multiple locations)
- Tech Repair Services
- Apple Kenwood Towne Centre or Micro Center (Sharonville)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Pins Mechanical Co. (OTR) - Gaming and Social venue
- Language Classes
- Berlitz Language Center or University of Cincinnati Communiversity
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Cincinnati Public Library Main Branch (Downtown)
- Community Centers
- Cincinnati Recreation Commission (various neighborhood centers)
- Gaming Lounges
- Arcade Legacy (Northside) or 16-Bit Bar+Arcade
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,200 per m² (e.g., 45 m² = $189,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,800 per m² (e.g., 45 m² = $126,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,900 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $253,500)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,500 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $162,500)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $315,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,200 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $198,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (Federal) + Cincinnati City earnings tax (approx 2.1%)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- Typically 0%, 15%, or 20% depending on income level (Federal)
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for US Citizens/Residents
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal) + Ohio State Tax (approx 3.75%)
- VAT
- No VAT; Sales Tax is 7.0% in Hamilton County
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, strict US Global Intangible Low-Taxed Income (GILTI) rules
- Property Tax
- Yes, approx 1.5% - 2% of assessed value annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- Transfer tax approx $4 per $1,000 of value
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad tax break; standard US tax laws apply