Median Income
$50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value
$113,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.3%
90% lower than US avg
How Columbia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population337
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density443/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Economy
B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$26,387
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$249M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$113,100
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$130,805
Health
Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.8%
Heart Disease7.4%
Climate
Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain59.3 in/yr
Elevation109 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+85.1%
School Score4.48
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute32 min
Libraries1
Is Columbia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Columbia receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Columbia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Columbia is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Columbia is $113,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Columbia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Columbia has a population of 337 with a density of 443 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 22.6% Black.
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Columbia is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,000 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,387 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $802 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,219 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
| County GDP | $249M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 7 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,083 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
The median home value in Columbia is $113,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $130,805.
Home Values
| Census Median | $113,100 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $130,805 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $778 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $763 |
| 1 Bedroom | $832 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,007 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,298 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,508 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,083 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.84% |
In Columbia, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% report depression. 35.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Columbia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 14.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.5% |
| Depression | 31.8% |
| Mental Distress | 23.7% |
| Physical Distress | 17.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,531/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Columbia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Columbia has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 59.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.5°F |
| 21% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 59.3 inches |
| 56% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 109 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 443/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1021°N, 92.0764°W |
| County FIPS | 22021 |