Events & Creative, Ohio
Catering cost in Columbus, OH
A typical Catering figure in Columbus is about $38 per person, about 6% below the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Columbus
$38
per person
- On the low end
- $17
- On the high end
- $80
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Columbus. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | $38 | $17 to $80 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Cincinnati, OH | $37 | $17 to $78 |
| Cleveland, OH | $35 | $16 to $75 |
| Akron, OH | $34 | $15 to $72 |
| Allentown, PA | $38 | $17 to $80 |
| Arlington, TX | $38 | $17 to $80 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Columbus: what does it cost?
In Columbus, OH, Catering typically costs about $38 per person, with most prices between $17 and $80.
Why is Columbus lower than the national price?
Prices in Columbus run about 6% below the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.