Columbia, VA

Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Columbia is a small town in Virginia with a population of 38.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
38 Population 271/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $45,355 per capita
N/A Home Value $323,215 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% 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

Population38
Median Age68.4 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,355
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$323,215

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation190 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 46%
Commute22 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries1

Is Columbia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Columbia receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Columbia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Columbia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Columbia has a population of 38 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 68.4 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

38
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
68.4yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.4%
Female 31.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Columbia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Columbia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Columbia is N/A. 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: Columbia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$77,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)668
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare30
Retail38
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

100.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,215.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$323,215

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
In Columbia, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Columbia has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates37.7538°N, 78.1634°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS51065
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.3-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.6%
D 46.4%

Winner: Republican by 6.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants21
Retail Stores38

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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