Columbia, NJ

New Jersey · Warren County · Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton Metro

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.

3.3 /5.0

B Good

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

38 Violent Crime/100K 801 property/100K

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

Good 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

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

38 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $84,531

12% higher than US avg

Home Value $322,000

14% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 38/100K

90% lower 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

Housing

A+

Home Value$322,000

RentN/A

Ownership83.0%

Zillow$450,870

Housing Units67

Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

Violent38/100K

Property801/100K

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

Bachelor's+28.7%

High School+84.5%

Graduate+8.9%

School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%

CommuteN/A

Broadband47.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries10

Is Columbia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Columbia receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. 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 $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%.

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.

Safety & Crime

Columbia is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 38 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 801 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.

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 6.3/10 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, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 41.4% female and 58.6% male. The city is predominantly White (96.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are veterans. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 94.6%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.4%

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. Per capita income is $32,378 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,245, 13% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,852 business establishments, including 242 restaurants. The cost of living index is 108.8, slightly above the national baseline of 100. 8.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index	0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.8%
	29% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,852
County GDP	$6,162M

Business (County)

Restaurants	242
Healthcare	313
Retail	324
Manufacturing	112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$9,194
	163% above US avg
Cost of Living	108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.86%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Columbia is $322,000, 14% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $450,870, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.5% of their list price. Fair market rent ranges from $1,759 for a one-bedroom to $2,132 for a two-bedroom apartment. 83.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 67 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $9,194 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

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 Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.5%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.1%

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

Homeownership	83.0%
Owner-Occupied	83.0%
Renter-Occupied	17.0%
Housing Units	67
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$9,194
	163% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.86%

In Columbia, 31.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 8.1% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 29.2% have high blood pressure. 12.3% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 22.9% are physically inactive. 18.4% report depression. 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 10.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,846. The dentist ratio is 1:1,404. 90.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.8%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	8.1%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.2%
Asthma	9.1%
COPD	4.7%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.3%
	12% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.2%
Physical Inactivity	22.9%
Depression	18.4%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	10.5%
	22% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,846
Dentists	1:1,404
Mental Health	1:380
Checkup Rate	72.8%
Dental Visits	67.5%
Premature Death	7,006/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	90.4%
Healthcare Facilities	313

Columbia has a violent crime rate of 38 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 801 per 100,000, 59% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 15 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Columbia receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Columbia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	38.1/100K
	90% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	800.9/100K
	59% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	345
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Columbia experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 306 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	50.1°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	306 ft (93 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,520/sq mi
Coordinates	40.9259°N, 75.0941°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Warren County County
Nearest Airport	Pocono Mountains Regional (MPO) 21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.2"

27% above US avg

Snowfall 23.3"

Wettest Month (May) 4.57"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.91"

Air Quality

AQI Median	39.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0335 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)	16.7 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)	0.13 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	80.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.2 / 100
Community Resilience	79.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Apr 5, 2024	2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake	M4.8	38 km
Jan 16, 1994	2 km W of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.6	104 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M4.2	102 km
Apr 5, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M3.7	39 km
Jan 9, 1992	4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey	M3.1	89 km
Aug 26, 2003	4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey	M3.1	36 km
Oct 28, 1991	3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut	M3.0	128 km
Aug 3, 2025	0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey	M3.0	88 km
Nov 14, 1997	0 km S of Rothsville, Pennsylvania	M3.0	131 km
Feb 3, 2009	1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey	M3.0	48 km
Jan 16, 1994	0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania	M2.9	102 km
May 24, 2024	6 km E of Califon, New Jersey	M2.9	37 km
Apr 27, 2024	7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey	M2.9	39 km
May 10, 1993	1 km NW of Whitfield, Pennsylvania	M2.8	101 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	150 km
Aug 5, 2025	1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey	M2.8	89 km
Jul 1, 2009	3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey	M2.8	146 km
Apr 12, 1991	2 km ENE of North Castle, New York	M2.7	123 km
Mar 11, 1995	0 km ENE of Landisville, Pennsylvania	M2.7	144 km
Jan 25, 2015	4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania	M2.6	114 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	254 km
1985	Gloria	Category 2	155 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

287 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 13 fatalities, 193 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 29, 2021	EF3	89 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	84 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	42 km	0
Jul 27, 1994	EF3	85 km	3
Oct 18, 1990	EF3	57 km	0
Jul 14, 1988	EF3	65 km	0
Jul 26, 1981	EF3	44 km	0
Sep 26, 1977	EF3	79 km	0
Mar 21, 1976	EF3	9 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	33 km	0
May 28, 1973	EF3	52 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF3	78 km	0
Apr 22, 2023	EF2	99 km	0
Feb 21, 2023	EF2	79 km	0
Sep 1, 2021	EF2	92 km	1
Jul 29, 2021	EF2	66 km	0
Aug 4, 2020	EF2	95 km	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	72 km	0
Feb 25, 2017	EF2	67 km	0
Jul 23, 2010	EF2	86 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1895	HIGH BRIDGE, NJ	Earthquake	—	—	34 km
1840	PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA	Earthquake	—	—	126 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

15 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (23,000 ac, 1985).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1985	UNNAMED	23,000	87 km
2016	16 MILE	7,896	31 km
2024	JENNINGS CREEK	5,069	73 km
2015	ROOSA GAP	2,747	97 km
2009	PENOBSCOT	2,091	71 km
2004	CRYSTAL LAKE	1,838	67 km
1988	UNNAMED	833	88 km
2012	HOPEWELL FIRE	812	97 km
2020	SEVEN PINES	790	33 km
1985	UNNAMED	737	85 km
2015	RAZOR FIRE	728	52 km
2015	PIPELINE 1	666	54 km
2016	BEAR TOWN	649	30 km
2016	SHERWOOD	642	88 km
1999	WORTHINGTO	514	7 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	2.9 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	3.7 in
April	47°F (9°C)	3.9 in
May	58°F (14°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	66°F (19°C)	4.3 in
July	72°F (22°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.3 in
September	63°F (17°C)	4.4 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.7 in
November	42°F (5°C)	4.0 in
December	32°F (-0°C)	3.6 in

Columbia has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 27°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (2.9").

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Columbia is located in Warren County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.5% of the vote, a 20.7-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 313 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%

D 38.8%

Winner: Republican by 20.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15
Traffic Accidents	345
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.7%
	15% below US avg
High School+	84.5%
Graduate Degree+	8.9%
School Test Score	6.33

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,520/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Warren County County

Services

Broadband Access	47.0%
Avg Download Speed	75.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	313
Restaurants	242
Retail Stores	324

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.0%

Average costs for common services in Columbia. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$272 ($163–$435)
Specialist Visit	$381 ($218–$598)
Urgent Care Visit	$218 ($109–$381)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,394 ($870–$5,440)
Dental Cleaning	$141 ($82–$218)
Dental Filling	$272 ($163–$435)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$82)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$82 ($54–$131)
Brake Pad Replacement	$326 ($163–$544)
Tire Rotation	$44 ($22–$82)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$653 ($435–$1,088)
Battery Replacement	$218 ($109–$381)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$109 ($65–$163)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$98 ($54–$152)
HVAC Repair	$435 ($163–$870)
HVAC System Install	$7,616 ($4,352–$13,056)
Roof Repair	$1,088 ($435–$2,176)
Roof Replacement	$9,792 ($5,984–$16,320)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,632 ($544–$3,808)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,320 ($5,440–$32,640)
DUI Defense	$5,440 ($2,176–$10,880)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,632 ($870–$3,264)
Will Preparation	$544 ($218–$1,088)
Trust Preparation	$2,720 ($1,088–$5,440)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$60 ($33–$109)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$163 ($82–$272)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$44 ($27–$71)
Massage (1 Hour)	$87 ($54–$141)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.46 ($3.26–$5.98)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.81 ($2.72–$5.44)
Loaf of Bread	$4.13 ($2.72–$5.98)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.90 ($3.26–$7.07)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.98 ($4.35–$8.16)
Rice (per lb)	$1.09 ($0.65–$1.96)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$152 ($87–$272)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$163)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$131)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($44–$109)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$71 ($33–$109)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$163)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$218 ($82–$544)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,176 ($1,306–$3,808)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($33–$141)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.70–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$109 ($33–$272)
Driver's License Renewal	$33 ($16–$82)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,306 ($653–$2,720)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,088 ($544–$2,176)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$435 ($218–$762)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$109)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,088 ($435–$2,720)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,600 ($5,440–$32,640)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($33–$109)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$109 ($54–$218)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($33–$109)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$44 ($22–$82)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$326 ($163–$544)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$218 ($109–$435)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,238
Toddler	$1,203
Preschool	$1,203
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$793
Toddler	$821
Preschool	$770

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Warren County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	6,133	566	$65,912	1.29
Retail Trade	5,576	320	$39,170	1.68
Manufacturing	3,317	126	$84,880	1.21
Accommodation & Food Services	2,549	221	$25,030	0.84
Administrative & Waste Services	1,416	162	$51,484	0.72
Other Services	1,294	272	$40,085	1.29
Wholesale Trade	1,081	103	$112,164	0.82
Transportation & Warehousing	710	66	$57,403	0.50
Educational Services	668	28	$50,449	0.97
Arts & Entertainment	552	41	$23,531	0.99
Utilities	194	10	$146,566	1.53

Radio Stations near Columbia

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
C.A.F.E. Tropical Cristiana	christian	MP3
NewsRadio 790 WAEB	news, talk	AAC
Cat Country 96	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
iHeartPodcast AM 1470	news, talk	AAC
R I B Web Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
WDVR	community radio, family	MP3
WXL39 162.400 Weather Radio	local weather, noaa	MP3 16 kbps
95.1 ZZO	rock	AAC

Campgrounds Near Columbia

4 campgrounds found near Columbia.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Rivers Bend Group Campground	4.5/5	5	$100
Alosa Campsites	4.1/5	6	$16
Valley View Group Campground	4.0/5	5	$100
Worthington State Forest Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Columbia

113 national parks and monuments found near Columbia.

Park	Type	Fee
Abbott Marshland	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allaire State Park	State Park	Free
Allamuchy Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Archbald Pothole State Park	State Park	Free
Beltzville State Park	State Park	Free
Benjamin Rush State Park	State Park	Free
Big Pocono State Park	State Park	Free
Braen-Stone Industries Inc.	State Park	Free
Browns Point Park	State Park	Free
Buck Mountain	State Park	Free
Camp Zehnder	State Park	Free
Cheesequake State Park	State Park	Free
Cranberry Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Canal State Park (David Library)	State Park	Free
Delaware River Access State Park	State Park	Free
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area	National Recreation Area	$10
Division of Parks and Forestry Park	State Park	Free
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Edison State Park	State Park	Free
Evansburg State Park	State Park	Free
Farny State Park	State Park	Free
Federal Land	State Park	Free
Fort Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Frances Slocum State Park	State Park	Free
French Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Goose Pond Mountain	State Park	Free
Gouldsboro State Park	State Park	Free
Greenwood Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Hacklebarney State Park	State Park	Free
Hamilton Marsh State Park	State Park	Free
Hawk Island State Park	State Park	Free
Hickory Run Boulder Field Natural Area	State Park	Free
Hickory Run State Park	State Park	Free
High Point State Park	State Park	Free
Highland Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Hopatcong State Park	State Park	Free
Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Hopewell Park	State Park	Free
Independence National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$1
Inland Blue Acres	State Park	Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Kittatinny Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Lackawanna State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Musconetcong State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Superior State Park	State Park	Free
Lehigh Gorge State Park	State Park	Free
Long Pond Ironworks State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Delaware National Wild and Scenic River	National Wild and Scenic River	Free
Lusscroft Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Marsh Creek State Park	State Park	Free
McEvoy Tract	State Park	Free
Monmouth Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Morristown National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Mount Laurel State Park	State Park	Free
Nescopeck State Park	State Park	Free
Neshaminy State Park	State Park	Free
New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve	National Reserve	Free
Nockamixon State Park	State Park	Free
Osmun Forest	State Park	Free
Palisades Interstate Park	State Park	Free
Palmyra Cove Nature Park	State Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Paterson Great Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Paulinskill Valley Trail	State Park	Free
Pequest River Grny	State Park	Free
Pigeon Swamp State Park	State Park	Free
Pimple Hills	State Park	Free
Princeton Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Promised Land State Park	State Park	Free
Prompton State Park	State Park	Free
Pyramid Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Ralph Stover State Park	State Park	Free
Rancocas State Park	State Park	Free
Raritan River Confluence State Park	State Park	Free
Rec Trail Wash Cross - Princet	State Park	Free
Ridley Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Ringwood State Park	State Park	Free
Rutgers Community Park	State Park	Free
Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Schunnemunk State Park	State Park	Free
Shirazi	State Park	Free
Six Mile Run Reservoir Site	State Park	Free
Soldiers and Sailors	State Park	Free
Steamtown National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Stephens State Park	State Park	Free
Sterling Forest State Park	State Park	Free
Sussex Branch Trail	State Park	Free
Swartswood State Park	State Park	Free
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial	National Memorial	Free
Thomas Edison National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Tobyhanna State Park	State Park	Free
Troy Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Tuscarora State Park	State Park	Free
Tyler State Park	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
unknown	State Park	Free
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River	Scenic & Recreational River	Free
Valley Forge National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Voorhees State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Crossing State Park	State Park	Free
Washington Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Washington-Rochambeau Revolutionary Route National Historic Trail	National Historic Trail	Free
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free
Wawayanda State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Columbia

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	305	$49,706
2015	331	$78,417
2017	367	$80,833
2019	182	$157,917
2021	204	$95,625
2023	152	$84,531

Museums in Columbia

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6103305000	$214,299,379
DELAWARE RIVER RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	99 ELIZABETH STREET PHILLIPSBURG	9082136300	$1,186,283
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY HISTORICAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6102531222	$690,734
QUIET VALLEY LIVING HISTORICAL FARM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5709926161	$389,948
JACKTOWN-BLUE MOUNTAIN ANTIQUE GAS & STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1165 RICHMOND RD	6105886900	$218,049
PHILLIPSBURG AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$180,593
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5704217703	$165,866
HARDWICK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 348		$148,764
MORAVIAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6107595070	$131,989
JACOBSBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	402 HENRY ROAD	6107599029	$80,088
HELP OUR PRESERVATION EFFORT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1301 HOPE BRIDGEVILLE RD	9084594139	$61,456
ALLAMUCHY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF EARTHS BIBLICAL HISTORY AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE	HISTORY MUSEUM
ANTOINE DUTOT MUSEUM AND GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	24 MAIN ST	5704764240
CRAYOLA FACTORY & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONAL RECREATION AREA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5705886021
DELAWARE WATER GAP STATION PRESERVATION PARTNERSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
DRIEBE FREIGHT STATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		5704241776
EAST STROUDSBURG RAILROAD TOWER	HISTORY MUSEUM	31 ANALOMINK STREET	5704209989
EASTON HERITAGE ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARMONY TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3026 BELVIDERE ROAD
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF STILLWATER TOWNSHIP	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	900 MAIN ST	9086984143
HOPE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	HIGH STREET RTE 519	9086374120
LEBANON TOWNSHIP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9085376464
MCMUNN PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		5704223341
MID-ATLANTIC RAILWAY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MORAVIAN HALL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6107597873
NAZARETH AREA SOCIETY OF MODEL ENGINEERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	212 MAIN ST
NORTHAMPTON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OXFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PARADISE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5705959880
PENNSYLVANIA LONGRIFLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6107599029
PENNSYLVANIA MUSEUM OF MILITARY VEHICLES	GENERAL MUSEUM
POCONO/JACKSON TOWNSHIPS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
POHATCONG HISTORY & HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9083191493
QUIET VALLEY HISTORICAL FARM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5709926161
RED STAR AVIATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
SCHISLER MUSEUM OF WILDLIFE AND NATURAL HISTORY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		5704223211
SHIPPEN MANOR	GENERAL MUSEUM		9084534381
SLATE BELT HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		6105994993
SLATE BELT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2214 NORTH DELAWARE DRIVE
STERLING STRAUSER GALLERY COLLECTION	ART MUSEUM		5704223211
STROUD MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5704217703
STROUDSBURG LITTLE BETHEL HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
TOY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5704020243
VETERANS MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY	GENERAL MUSEUM
WARREN COUNTY EMERGENCY SERVICES AND 911 MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WARREN COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Columbia

Name	Address	Annual Visits
EASTERN MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1002 NORTH 9TH ST	327,300
WARREN COUNTY LIBRARY	2 SHOTWELL DRIVE	307,379
EASTON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY	515 CHURCH ST	285,949
PHILLIPSBURG FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	200 FROST AVENUE	118,506
MEM LIB OF NAZARETH & VICINITY	295 E CENTER ST	60,268
BANGOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 SOUTH MAIN ST	43,660
BARRETT PARADISE FRIENDLY LIBRARY	6500 ROUTE 191	33,046
MARY MEUSER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1803 NORTHAMPTON ST	29,958
WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	20 W. CARLTON AVENUE	18,416
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	42 WASHINGTON AVENUE	18,103
BELVIDERE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 SECOND STREET	16,412

Farmers Markets in Columbia

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
ABV Farm Market	690 Allegheny Road				Visit
Belvidere NJ Farmer's Market	2nd street	06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Blairstown Farmers' Market	5 Stillwater Road	06/02/2018 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Easton Farmers' Market	Centre Square (Intersection of Northampton & Third Streets)	05/03/2014 to 11/22/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Monroe County Farmers Market	Main street
Monroe Farmers Market	Courthouse Square	05/02/2015 to 10/31/2015	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Nazareth Farmers Market on the Square	Nazareth Square		Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Slate Belt Farmers Market	1566 Riner Road
Stroudsburg Farmers Market	6332 Cherry Valled Rd				Visit
Washington Borough Farmers Market	44 E. Washington Avenue	06/04/2016 to 09/24/2016	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Columbia

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Barley Creek Brewing Company	American Restaurant, American Restaurants, Steak & Seafood Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Pubs, Pub, Brew	1774 Sullivan Trl	5706299399	Visit
Minisink Hotel	American Restaurant, Bar, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Brewery, Bar	River Rd	5704219787
Paradise Club Inc	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, recre	508 W Canal St	6102529439
Pearly Baker's Alehouse	American Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Pub, Grocery Stores, Brewery, Catering	11 Centre Sq	6102539949	Visit
Two Rivers Brewing Company, Two Rivers Brewing Co.	Brewery, Gastropub, and Bar, Gastropub, Brewery, Bar, bar drinks	542 Northampton St	610 829-1131, (610) 829-1131, 6108291131	Visit

Ski Resorts Near Columbia

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Mt. Rose	100.0	8	2,957	$93	November - April	—	Yes
Montage Mountain Resort	9.0	7	594	$53	December - March	Yes	Yes

Nursing Homes in Columbia

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CLOVER REST HOME 28 WASHINGTON STREET	For profit - Partnership	33	32	5/5	—	4/5	5/5	9084964307

EV Charging Stations in Columbia

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Delaware Water Gap Travel Plaza - Tesla Supercharger	19 Simpson Road	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Columbia NJ Shell	25 US-46	SHELL_RECHARGE		4	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public

Cell Towers in Columbia

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
20 Demeter Road (45247)	LTOWER	119
28 Farview Road (2177)	LTOWER	111
RR4, Box 4000, Municipal Road (101729)	LTOWER	108
RR#5 Minks Pond Road, Box 5295 (101726)	LTOWER	78
Glen Gardner: Sanitarium Rd.	TOWER	57
HOFFMAN RD RR2 BOX 364D (POHATCON MT) (2160)	LTOWER	55
BLUE MTN WATER AUTHORITY RD 3 MI NNE OF WIND GAP (2162)	LTOWER	55
Route 402 (85279)	LTOWER	52

Fire Stations in Columbia

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Knowlton Township Fire and Rescue Company Number 1	4 Roy Ace ST	Volunteer			908-475-4268

Power Plants Near Columbia

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
DSM SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-75.1	OP

Bridges in Columbia

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1953	35	55,570	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	177	24,443	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	177	23,989	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	118	23,810	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	111	23,810	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	120	22,667	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	115	22,653	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	302	12,190	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1933	174	9,530	P
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1952	1,309	7,600	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1952	1,309	7,100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	108	6,813	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	100	6,250	F
Frame	Concrete continuous	1953	131	1,575	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1910	56	475	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1952	173	420	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	34	327	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1995	56	323	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1886	115	266	F
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	1860	145	167	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1989	35	94	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1920	75	11	F

Superfund Sites Near Columbia

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
DSM NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS, INC.	206 MACKS ISLAND DR	WARREN
GLENDON ENERGY CO.	711 LEHIGH STREET	NORTHAMPTON
GREEN KNIGHT/PLAINFIELD LANDFILL GAS	2147 PEN ARGYL ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
PORTLAND COMBUSTION TURBINE	5017 RIVER ROAD	NORTHAMPTON
PPL LOWER MT BETHEL ENERGY LLC PLT	6079 DU PUES FERRY ROAD	NORTHAMPTON

Airports Near Columbia

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Lehigh Valley International Airport	ABE	Medium Airport
Morristown Municipal Airport	MMU	Medium Airport
Trenton Mercer Airport	TTN	Medium Airport
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport	AVP	Medium Airport
A G A Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerequus Airport	—	Small Airport
Aeroflex-Andover Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Haven Airport	—	Small Airport
Air-List-Ads Airport	—	Small Airport
Alexandria Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Allentown Queen City Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashlawn Airport	—	Small Airport
Bally Spring Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Beltzville Airport	—	Small Airport
Bert's Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Blairstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Boehm's Field	—	Small Airport
Braden Airpark	—	Small Airport
Buckingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Bugs Airport	—	Small Airport
Bullfly Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Butter Valley Golf Port Airport	—	Small Airport
Cavage Personal Use Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Acres Private Group Airport	—	Small Airport
Central Jersey Regional Airport	JVI	Small Airport
Cherry Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Cosklos Elkview Airport	—	Small Airport
Crosswinds Airfield	—	Small Airport
Deer Meadows Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Dimascio Field	—	Small Airport
Doylestown Airport	DYL	Small Airport
Eagles Lair Airport	—	Small Airport
East Penn Airport	—	Small Airport
Elephant Path Airport	—	Small Airport
Erwinna Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Fla-Net Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying B Farm Landing Strip	—	Small Airport
Flying Dollar Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying M Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Gap View Airport	—	Small Airport
Goat Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Grayce Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Graystrip Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenwood Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Gunden Airport	—	Small Airport
Hackettstown Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallett's Airport	—	Small Airport
Heritage Field	PTW	Small Airport

Police Stations in Columbia

26 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Blairstown Police Department
Bushkill Township Police Department	1114 Bushkill Center Road
Delaware Water Gap Police Department	49 Main Street
Easton Police Department	48 4th Street
Forks Township Police Department
Lafayette College Public Safety	901 Bushkill Drive
Lopatcong Twp Police Station	232 South 3rd Street
Mansfield Police Department	100 Port Murray Road
Mansfield Police Department	100 Port Murray Road
Monroe County Sheriff's Office	610 Monroe Street
Nazareth Borough Municipal Offices
New Jersey State Police - Washington Station	560 NJ Rt. 57
New Jersey State Police Department
NJ State Police	560 NJ 57
Pennsylvania State Police - Troop M - Belfast	654 Bangor Road
Phillipsburg Police Department
Phillipsburg Police Department
Pocono Township Police Department	110 Township Drive
Slate Belt Regional Police Department
Stroud Area Regional Police	100 Day Street
Stroudsburg	2730 Rimrock Drive
Township of Palmer Police Department
Upper Nazareth Police Department
Washington Township Police
Washington Township Police Department	1021 Washington Boulevard
Wilson Borough Police Department	2035 Butler Street

Grocery Stores in Columbia

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7-eleven Store #41972a	Convenience Store	25 US Highway 46
TA Columbia 6	Convenience Store	2 Simpson Rd

Post Offices in Columbia

0 post offices.

Post Office	Address

Treatment Centers in Columbia

15 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
A Better Today Inc	Substance Abuse	570-424-8280
Center for Family Services	Both	908-689-1000
Center for Family Services	Both	908-689-1000
Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Adult Partial Care	Both	908-689-1000
Family Guidance Ctr of Warren Cnty - Primary Screening Center	Both	908-689-1000
Freedom House Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	908-777-3102
Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems	Mental Health	610-330-9862
Merakey - Pocono Mountain Center	Mental Health	570-644-0808
MSVS Community Counseling Services	Mental Health	610-588-9109
Northeast Treatment Centers - NeT Centers	Substance Abuse	610-253-6760
Pinnacle Treatment Centers NJ II LLC - DBA Stateline Medical	Substance Abuse	908-387-0003
Pyramid Healthcare Inc - Monroe Outpatient	Substance Abuse	570-420-7939
Recovery Revolution Inc	Substance Abuse	610-599-7700
Saint Lukes Easton - Behavioral Health Inpatient Services	Mental Health	484-602-2733
Water Gap Wellness Center	Both	570-755-3100

Churches & Religious Organizations in Columbia

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
FIRM FOUNDATION MINISTRIES INC	31 STARLITE HILL RD
KNOWLTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	3 KNOWLTON RD
KNOWLTON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	509 ROUTE 94
NORTH WEST JERSEY TRUCK STOP OUTREACH	PO BOX 1
SPIRIT EMPOWERED CHURCH	20 WASHINGTON ST
WALNUT VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INC	4 VAIL RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Columbia

What is the population of Columbia?

Columbia has a population of 152 residents and is located in New Jersey. The population density is 1,520 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 55.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 41.4% female and 58.6% male.

Is Columbia expensive to live in?

Columbia is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 108.8 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $84,531, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $322,000 (14% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Columbia safe?

Columbia is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 38 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 801 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Columbia receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Columbia?

Columbia has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.2 inches, with 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.

How is the job market in Columbia?

The job market in Columbia is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,245. There are 2,852 business establishments in the area, including 242 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Columbia?

The median home value in Columbia is $322,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $450,870. The homeownership rate is 83.0%. The average annual property tax is $9,194.

How are the schools in Columbia?

Schools in Columbia score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.7% of adults in Columbia hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. 8.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Columbia?

The obesity rate in Columbia is 31.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.3% of adults are smokers. 22.9% are physically inactive. 18.4% of residents report depression. 10.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 90.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,846.

What are the demographics of Columbia?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Columbia is 96.1% White. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 11.9% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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