Malls and outlets are awesome, but sometimes they're just a bit out of reach. When you have to be mindful of a budget, but need spruce up your closet or stock up on some household goods - head to a thrift stores. Columbus has lots of excellent thrift stores offering a variety of merchandise and prices. Check them out!

1. Rag-O-Rama

Rag-O-Rama is a thrift store with a lot of character. Here you'll find men's and women's clothing with a lot of fun options. If you're costume shopping, this is always a good stop. You'll also find jewelry and accessories here.

Rag-O-Rama is located at 3301 N High St., Columbus, OH 43202.

2. Out Of The Closet

Out Of The Closet is a great thrift store with a big mission. Nearly all proceeds go directly to support HIV/AIDS programs and services in the U.S. and abroad. Here you'll find men's and women's clothing, households items, and often some fantastic furniture deals.

Out Of The Closet is located at 1230 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201.

3. Flower Child Vintage

Flower Child is primarily a vintage and thrift home decor store. Visiting this place will surely bring you back in time. The store is very neat and almost makes feel like you're walking through a museum.

Flower Child Vintage is located at 989 N High St., Columbus, OH 43201.

4. Volunteers of America

This huge thrift store is really only part of the Volunteers of America organization. Whether you donate gently used clothes to the store or shop here, rest assured that your contribution will be going towards some very important causes. At Volunteers of America, you'll find tons of clothes and tons of household items, including furniture, electronics, and so much more.

Volunteers of America has four locations in Columbus. Find them here.

5. Second Chance Consignment

If you're looking for deals, but not willing to give up the big brands, this is a great option for you. You'll find some of the big designer names here at great prices. There's also a second floor designer room, where you'll not only find great clothes, you'll also receive help in styling it.

Second Chance Consignment is located at 1803 W 5th Ave., Columbus, OH 43212.

6. Clothes Mentor

Clothes Mentor caters towards fashionable juniors apparel. This is a great place to take your kids for back to school gear. You'll find tons of clothes, shoes, and accessories. Brands and prices vary; Clothes Mentor is often the place where you can find designer brand items at big discounts.

Clothes Mentor has four locations in Columbus. Find them here.

7. Ohio Thrift Stores

Ohio Thrift Stores is another enormous store where you can find incredibly cheap clothes and so many options to choose from. Come here with some time and energy, and be ready to look through all the great items they have for sale.

Ohio Thrift Stores has multiple locations around Columbus. Find them here.

8. Goodwill

Goodwill has lots of stores throughout the country and a mission to help people with disabilities find independence and employment. The selection is fairly similar to what you'll find at Volunteers of America, and it's another excellent place for cheap clothes and household items.

Goodwill has multiple locations throughout Columbus. Find them here.

9. Family Thrift

Family Thrift is a big favorite among Columbus residents. This is a great place to stock up on affordable kitchen items, books, and clothes.

Family Thrift is located at 4815 E Main St., Columbus, OH 43213.

What's your favorite favorite Columbus place for excellent deals? Let us know!