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Columbia, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Columbia is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 152. Residents earn $84,531 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
152 Population 1,520/sq mi density
$84,531 Median Income $32,378 per capita
$322,000 Home Value $450,870 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$84,531 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$322,000 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,531
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $322,000
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

How Columbia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population152
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density1,520/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,531
Per Capita$32,378
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$6,162M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$322,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$450,870
Housing Units67
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking12.3%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation306 ft (93 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband47.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Columbia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Columbia receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Columbia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Columbia is $84,531, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Columbia is $322,000, 14% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Columbia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Columbia has a population of 152 with a density of 1,520 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

152
Total Population
1,520
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Columbia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Columbia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Columbia is $84,531, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Columbia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,531
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,378
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$83,243

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,852
County GDP$6,162M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare313
Retail324
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,194
163% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Columbia is $322,000, 14% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $450,870.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,000
14% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$450,870
Median List Price$360,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$360,000
$/Sq Ft$272
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,194
163% above US avg
Effective Rate2.86%
In Columbia, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Columbia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death7,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access90.4%
Healthcare Facilities313
Columbia has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation306 ft (93 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,520/sq mi
Coordinates40.9259°N, 75.0941°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.7-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.7%
15% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score6.24
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,520/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities313
Restaurants242
Retail Stores324

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone78.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.0%

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