Cost of Living

But it’s our quality of life that’s truly impressive. You’ll find it in leading-edge health care at Cincinnati Children's and in nationally ranked education from our many colleges and universities.

Even the myriad ways we stay entertained: Our tenacious sports teams, world-class performing arts — right down to our funky neighborhood festivals. There’s truth in every cliché, and in the Cincinnati region, it’s all about getting the most bang for your buck.

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Economic Vibrancy Comparison/Report: Prosperity

This is the final part of a six-part series examining an economic comparison report led by REDI Cincinnati’s research team. The comparison benchmarked Cincinnati in six strategic areas—growth, talent, innovation, housing, prosperity, and inclusivity—against 39 peer MSAs ranging from 1-4.5 million ...

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In Cincinnati, the Rubber Meets the Road for the Automotive Industry

Convenient proximity and unparalleled people power are just two reasons the Queen City is a key player in the automotive sector. REDI Cincinnati’s research team has developed industry sector analyses, and these insightful documents highlight the most important areas poised to drive the region’s ...

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Beyond the Obvious: Why Foreign Firms Have Discovered the Cincinnati Region

By Wade Williams, Vice President of Global Business Development, REDI Cincinnati Often the obvious solution is not the best solution when faced with an opportunity; it’s the second or third consideration that unlocks the most value. For companies considering the U.S. market to expand their business ...

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 Six for Success

There are six traits of cities that successfully attract and support businesses. Cincinnati shines across all six. In 2021, REDI Cincinnati identified six common characteristics cities had in common that indicated a thriving ecosystem for businesses. Our organization was uniquely positioned to do ...

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Meet the team behind the mission: Q&A with Gina Rittinger

In our mission to recruit companies and grow jobs, the REDI Cincinnati team amplifies the region’s unique story to national and international audiences. This series flips the microphone for a look at what makes these passionate economic development professionals tick — and what they love most about ...

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Greater Cincinnati supports grocery chain’s 100+ years of growth

When he opened his first store on Pearl Street in downtown Cincinnati, Barney Kroger couldn’t have a clue what his legacy would be.Today, The Kroger Co. is one of the largest grocery retailers in the world. Its headquarters are still in Greater Cincinnati because the city continues to nurture the company’s ...

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The Cincinnati Region’s Road to Recovery Looks Smooth Thanks to Foreign Investment Efforts

By Wade Williams, Vice President of Global Business Development, REDI Cincinnati As published in Expansion Magazine, February 2021 Cities around the world like Cincinnati that rely heavily on income or sales tax revenue have been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, especially vibrant ...

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Economic Vibrancy Comparison/Report: Job Growth Comparison Deep Dive

By REDI Cincinnati Research Department, with contributions from Rodney Wilson, Bryan McEldowney, Aida Ramusovic-Witham and Rosa Christophel REDI Cincinnati recently embarked on a blog series examining an economic comparison report led by REDI’s research team. The comparison benchmarked Cincinnati ...

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Hardy Diagnostics President: “Our future is in Ohio.”

Topping Greater Cincinnati’s list of recent Life Sciences wins worth celebrating is Hardy Diagnostics. In August 2018, the California-based maker of microbiology testing products broke ground on a Springboro expansion that will double its existing office, manufacturing, and warehousing space by 40,000 ...

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