Median Income
$59,038
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Columbia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population170
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,038
Per Capita$30,579
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,155M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$121,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation1,300 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries3
Is Columbia a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Columbia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. 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 $59,038, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Columbia is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Columbia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Columbia has a population of 170 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).
Population
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Columbia is $59,038, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,038 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,579 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,047 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,624 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,522 |
| County GDP | $3,155M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 102 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 163 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.8% |
The median home value in Columbia is $121,900, 57% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $121,900 |
| 57% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,536 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.36% |
In Columbia, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Columbia vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,876/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
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 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
11°F Jan (-12°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below US avg |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.5 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,300 ft (396 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 112/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.6148°N, 98.3106°W |
| County FIPS | 46013 |