Columbus City is located in the state of Ohio. Its government is made up of a mayor and a unicameral council. The mayor is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the city, and he appoints the director of public service and safety. The council also elects a treasurer, auditor, and solicitor. Columbus' charter dates back to 1855, when the city was founded, but it was amended in 1916 after a charter commission was elected. The new charter became effective on January 1, 1916. The current mayor, Michael B. Coleman, has been in office for over five years.
The population of Columbus is diverse. Among its residents, 15.7% identify as Protestant, while 13.7% identify as Catholic. Moreover, there are also residents who identify as Jewish and Muslim. There are also 0.6% of people who are Mormons. A recent survey revealed that nearly one-third of Columbus' residents live in group quarters.
Columbus is the state capital of Ohio and is home to many Latino immigrants. The population of Latinos in the Columbus metro area grew by 162.9% between 1990 and 2000. This rapid growth reflects the changing demographics of the US immigrant pool. Originally, the majority of immigrants to the US were European. But in the twentieth century, South East Asians, Africans, and Latin Americans began to replace them.
Columbus has a thriving downtown. Major corporations, including J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., have their headquarters in the city. The city is also home to the Columbus Museum of Art and the Center for Ohio Science and Industry.