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Columbia Furnace, VA
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Columbia Furnace, VA
At a Glance
How Columbia Furnace Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Columbia Furnace's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Columbia Furnace a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Columbia Furnace residents earn a median household income of $39,191 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,293. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,152 business establishments, including 101 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Columbia Furnace is $230,000 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $329,484. Median rent is $670/month, with 17.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 101.1 (100 = national average).
Safety & Crime
Columbia Furnace reports 94 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 75% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 470/100K.
Education
8.8% of adults in Columbia Furnace hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 76.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Columbia Furnace has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 302 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.