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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Zoe

Is Columbia still affordable?

So, I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $64,488, which feels about average for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Would love some local perspective.

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sd_michael

Rent in Columbia getting crazy

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a remote worker and Median household income is $64,488, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The city has invested a lot in new development. Anyone in a similar situation...

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Nora Roberts

Anyone else love living in Columbia?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but We're a young couple and It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense ...

13 replies 29 upvotes living
Aria A.

Grocery stores in Columbia — recommendations?

Hey everyone, I'm originally from Dallas and The suburbs are where most families end up. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Oliver Peterson

Internet providers in Columbia?

Longtime lurker here, You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What are your go-to spots?

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Mackenzie White

What's it really like living in Columbia?

I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $268,300, which seems about average. Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any advice would be great.

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Evan Brown

Is Columbia worth it salary-wise?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $268,300 on average. Crime rate is something to consider — Columbia sits at 320.8 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high ...

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Audrey

Moving from Boston to Columbia next month

Hey folks, I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $268,300, which seems about average. With a population of 127K, Columbia is a mid-size city. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Oliver Peterson

Best kept secrets of Columbia, MO

I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Let me know your thoughts. Appreciate any input. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

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Noah Ross

Internet providers in Columbia?

I'm a college student here and Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. TIA! The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Mackenzie White

Moving to Columbia — what should I know?

Hey everyone, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider — Columbia sits at 320.8 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $64,488, which feels about average for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Night life...

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Piper Morales

Best coffee shops in Columbia?

Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. Let me know your thoughts. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Ian

Why I chose Columbia over bigger cities

Hey, I'm single, late 50s, and Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know whe...

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Oliver Peterson

Rent in Columbia getting crazy

Curious what people think. I'm retired and It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather ta...

1 replies 39 upvotes housing
Avery K.

Should I move to Columbia or stay in Portland?

Been living here since 2006. Crime rate is something to consider — Columbia sits at 320.8 per 100K. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Santiago Perez

Weekend activities in Columbia?

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from San Diego and Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,067/month for a decent place. You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. Homes are going for about $268,300...

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Jacqueline J.

Best things about Columbia that nobody talks about

As a 14-year resident, here are some things about Columbia that don't make it into the guides: 1. The local music scene is really vibrant 2. The library system is phenomenal 3. The local craft beer scene is legit Happy to answer questions.

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Melanie Flores

Anyone else love living in Columbia?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a 52-year-old project manager and Median household income is $64,488, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Honestly, I think it's a great place if ...

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Autumn Anderson

Moving to Columbia for work — advice?

Random thought, I'm originally from Atlanta and You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Let me know your thoughts.

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Aria A.

Columbia vs Cincinnati — which is better?

Hey, Rent is about $1,067/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Columbia sits at 320.8 per 100K. Average temperature is around 55°F, so expect cold winters. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has...

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Lydia Lewis

First time home buyer in Columbia

Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. Rent is about $1,067/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Night...

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Keith A.

Pros and cons of Columbia after 10 years

Hello, Poverty rate is 7.9%, which is pretty low. Should I be concerned? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Lydia Lewis

Working remotely from Columbia

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Columbia? Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Piper Wilson

Best industries in Columbia right now

Hey everyone, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. Homes are going for about $268,300 on average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. The median home value here is around $268,300, which seems about average. The unemployment rate is...

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Santiago Perez

Affordable areas near Columbia?

Hey everyone, Just moved here 7 months ago and Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Should I be concerned? People here are gen...

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Sadie Myers

Job market in Columbia for tech?

Alright, I'm originally from Minneapolis and You can expect to pay around $1,067 for rent here. Homes are going for about $268,300 on average. Household incomes average around $64,488 in Columbia. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. Pro...

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Autumn Anderson

How is the nightlife in Columbia?

Alright, I'm originally from Denver and It's a a mid-size city city with about 127K people. With a population of 127K, Columbia is a mid-size city. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? Thanks in advance! The school s...

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