Columbus, IN

Indiana · Bartholomew County · Columbus Metro

Columbus is a mid-size city in Indiana with a population of 51,104. Residents earn $76,856 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0

B+ Good

51,104 Population 1,782/sq mi density

$76,856 Median Income $43,017 per capita

$231,000 Home Value $272,715 Zillow

$1,135 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent

54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr

140 Violent Crime/100K 2,998 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.6 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.2 / 5.0

$76,856 median income, 2.8% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$231,000 home value, $1,135/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)

Education

4.3 / 5.0

41.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $76,856

2% higher than US avg

Home Value $231,000

18% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 140/100K

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.3%

23% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,135

2% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.5%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.8%

22% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.4%

24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population51,104

Median Age36.0 yrs

Density1,782/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans5.6%

Economy

Median Income$76,856

Per Capita$43,017

Unemployment2.8%

Poverty9.4%

County GDP$9,284M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$231,000

Rent$1,135

Ownership61.2%

Zillow$272,715

Housing Units22,492

Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

Violent140/100K

Property2,998/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault21/100K

Burglary271/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking14.8%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.3 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.3%

High School+92.6%

Graduate+19.1%

School Score6.12

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute18 min

Broadband93.4%

EV Stations10

Libraries3

Is Columbus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Columbus receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Columbus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Columbus is $76,856, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Columbus is $231,000, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Columbus is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,998 per 100,000, 53% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Columbus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Columbus has a population of 51,104 with a density of 1,782 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.5% female and 50.5% male. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 2.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.3% of residents, while 18.7% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

51,104

Total Population

1,782

People / sq mi

36.0yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

28.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Columbus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.3%

4% above US avg

Spanish 18.7%

40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Columbus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Columbus is $76,856, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,017. The average weekly wage is $1,411. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,119 business establishments, including 168 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 13.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Columbus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$76,856
	2% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,017
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,411
IRS Avg AGI	$81,767
Gini Index	0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.8%
	22% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.4%
	24% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,119
County GDP	$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants	168
Healthcare	242
Retail	293
Manufacturing	136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,448
	27% above US avg
Cost of Living	93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.3 min
Drive Alone	74.6%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Columbus is $231,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,715, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.3% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 22,492 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $4,448 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$231,000
	18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$272,715
Median List Price	$279,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$279,950
$/Sq Ft	$133
Homes Sold	54
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.3%
Price Drops	36.1%
Inventory	108

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,135
	2% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,352
Rent Burden	26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	61.2%
Owner-Occupied	61.2%
Renter-Occupied	38.8%
Housing Units	22,492
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,448
	27% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.93%

In Columbus, 38.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.6% of residents. 33.9% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 16.7% report binge drinking. 23.4% are physically inactive. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,269. The dentist ratio is 1:1,266. 70.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.5%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	11.1%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	33.9%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	6.8%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	23.4%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.2%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,269
Dentists	1:1,266
Mental Health	1:509
Checkup Rate	79.4%
Dental Visits	63.5%
Premature Death	9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.4/10
Exercise Access	70.6%
Healthcare Facilities	242

Columbus has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 20.8 per 100,000, robbery at 35.4, rape at 83.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,998 per 100,000, 53% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,613, burglary at 271, vehicle theft at 115 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Columbus receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	139.6/100K
	63% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	83.4/100K
Robbery	35.4/100K
Assault	20.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,998.5/100K
	53% above US avg
Burglary	270.9/100K
Theft	2,613.0/100K
Vehicle Theft	114.6/100K
Arson	12.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Traffic Accidents	861
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Columbus experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 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 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 630 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	54.1°F
	0% below US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	630 ft (192 m)
Area	28.7 sq mi (74.3 km²)
Population Density	1,782/sq mi
Coordinates	39.2087°N, 85.9191°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County	Bartholomew County County
Nearest Airport	Indianapolis International (IND) 40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"

25% above US avg

Snowfall 16.3"

Wettest Month (May) 4.57"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.52"

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0487 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	70.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	23.1 / 100
Community Resilience	78.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

13 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.8 on Jun 17, 2021.

Jan 24, 1990	6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana	M3.9	129 km
Jun 17, 2021	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.8	136 km
Jan 27, 1990	6 km N of Alton, Indiana	M3.8	122 km
Sep 12, 2004	4 km NW of Manilla, Indiana	M3.8	49 km
Dec 20, 1990	5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana	M3.7	74 km
Apr 14, 2000	4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana	M3.6	94 km
Dec 17, 1990	Illinois-Indiana border region	M3.2	136 km
May 10, 2012	0 km NW of Emison, Indiana	M3.1	141 km
Dec 16, 1996	3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana	M3.1	131 km
May 10, 2012	1 km NNW of Emison, Indiana	M2.7	141 km
Mar 9, 1990	8 km ENE of New Amsterdam, Indiana	M2.7	121 km
Mar 21, 1990	1 km W of Spring Mill, Kentucky	M2.7	121 km
Jan 29, 1990	11 km S of Paoli, Indiana	M2.6	97 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

560 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 51 fatalities, 1,308 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1974	EF5	94 km	3
Mar 2, 2012	EF4	90 km	11
Jun 11, 1998	EF4	64 km	0
Nov 22, 1992	EF4	100 km	1
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	71 km	1
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	51 km	0
Jun 2, 1990	EF4	86 km	0
Jul 9, 1980	EF4	59 km	2
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	75 km	11
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	19 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	65 km	0
Apr 3, 1974	EF4	74 km	0
May 14, 1972	EF4	64 km	0
Apr 25, 1961	EF4	43 km	0
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	70 km	2
Mar 31, 2023	EF3	40 km	0
Mar 2, 2012	EF3	47 km	3
May 25, 2011	EF3	55 km	0
Mar 8, 2009	EF3	72 km	0
Jun 3, 2008	EF3	35 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: JPG 09 1 (6,113 ac, 1998).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1998	JPG 09 1	6,113	56 km
2005	RX BURNPLAN AREA 2-06	5,054	58 km
2007	UNITS 8-9 2008	4,316	57 km
2006	UNIT 19 06 WUI	3,412	58 km
2003	WUI 3 03	3,372	49 km
2010	WUI UNIT 28K	3,230	49 km
1999	UNNAMED	3,122	49 km
2002	UNIT 8	2,753	57 km
2005	UNIT 3 05	2,511	49 km
2001	01 UNIT 16	2,361	59 km
2011	WUI UNITS 0 AND 1 2011	2,215	57 km
2004	UNIT 19	2,004	57 km
2003	UNIT 8 03	1,971	55 km
2008	FY 09 UNIT 42 RX FALL 2008	1,942	52 km
2000	JPG 14	1,908	58 km
2003	UNIT 16 03	1,809	59 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,547	31 km
2002	UNIT 9	1,485	58 km
1995	UNNAMED	1,462	53 km
2010	TRACER	1,408	49 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	30°F (-1°C)	2.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	32°F (-0°C)	2.5 in
March	42°F (6°C)	3.7 in
April	52°F (11°C)	4.4 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	3.4 in
July	76°F (24°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	73°F (23°C)	3.9 in
September	67°F (19°C)	3.1 in
October	55°F (13°C)	2.9 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.8 in
December	33°F (1°C)	3.2 in

Columbus has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (2.5").

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Columbus is located in Bartholomew County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 41.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.7% of the vote, a 27.3-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 242 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%

D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Traffic Accidents	861
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.3%
	23% above US avg
High School+	92.6%
Graduate Degree+	19.1%
School Test Score	6.12

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,782/sq mi
Total Area	28.7 sq mi
County	Bartholomew County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.4%
Avg Download Speed	117.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	14.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	10
Alt Fuel Stations	10
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	242
Restaurants	168
Retail Stores	293

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.3 min
Drive Alone	74.6%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	13.3%

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

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit	$327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit	$187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling	$233 ($140–$373)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement	$280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement	$187 ($93–$327)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair	$373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install	$6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair	$933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement	$8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense	$4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation	$467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation	$2,333 ($933–$4,665)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$140 ($70–$233)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread	$3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($47–$140)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$187 ($93–$373)

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Top Industries in Bartholomew County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	19,255	139	$101,842	4.67
Retail Trade	4,830	307	$32,589	0.96
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,540	250	$60,518	0.63
Accommodation & Food Services	3,697	168	$23,240	0.81
Administrative & Waste Services	2,279	117	$46,696	0.77
Wholesale Trade	1,707	119	$105,571	0.86
Construction	1,704	171	$67,807	0.65
Professional & Technical Services	1,448	224	$83,830	0.41
Other Services	1,047	136	$40,552	0.69
Finance & Insurance	1,024	147	$86,254	0.50
Transportation & Warehousing	747	61	$63,673	0.35
Management of Companies	664	26	$161,600	0.78
Real Estate	365	84	$47,493	0.47
Arts & Entertainment	315	28	$22,820	0.37
Information & Technology	236	25	$46,972	0.25
Utilities	146	9	$105,312	0.77
Educational Services	120	22	$27,794	0.12

Hospitals in Columbus

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
COLUMBUS REGIONAL HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(812) 379-4441

Schools in Columbus

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Columbus North High School	High	2,224	166	13.4:1
Columbus East High School	High	1,535	85	18.1:1
Southside Elementary School	Elementary	905	48	18.9:1
Northside Middle School	Middle	904	57	15.9:1
Central Middle School	Middle	859	56	15.3:1
Parkside Elementary School	Elementary	727	44	16.5:1
Lillian Schmitt Elementary School	Elementary	677	40	16.9:1
Clifty Creek Elementary School	Elementary	636	40	15.9:1
W D Richards Elementary School	Elementary	584	31	18.8:1
L F Smith Elementary	Elementary	471	31	15.2:1
Mount Healthy Elementary School	Elementary	402	25	16.1:1
CSA Lincoln Campus	Elementary	357	18	19.8:1
Rockcreek Elementary School	Elementary	353	19	18.6:1
CSA Fodrea Campus	Elementary	345	16	21.6:1
Richard L Johnson Early Educ Cntr	—	65	6	10.8:1

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Radio Stations near Columbus

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Old Time Radio USA	old time radio, oldies	MP3 128 kbps
WIUX B-Side	music, student radio	AAC+ 64 kbps
Freedom 95	talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Columbus

2 campgrounds found near Columbus.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Blackwell Campground	5.0/5	28	Free
Hickory Ridge Campground	5.0/5	10	Free

National Parks Near Columbus

24 national parks and monuments found near Columbus.

Park	Type	Fee
Brown County State Park	State Park	Free
Cataract Falls	State Park	Free
Charlestown State Park	State Park	Free
Clifty Falls State Park	State Park	Free
E.P. Tom Sawyer State Park	State Park	Free
Eiteljorg Museum	State Park	Free
Falls Of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Falls of The Ohio State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park - Harrison Inn	State Park	Free
Fourteen Mile Creek Nature Preserve Addition	State Park	Free
General Butler State Resort Park	State Park	Free
George Rogers Clark State Park	State Park	Free
Imax Theatre	State Park	Free
Indiana War Memorial	State Park	Free
Mccormick's Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Military Park	State Park	Free
Mitchell Sinkhole Plain Nature Preserve	State Park	Free
Mounds State Park	State Park	Free
Spring Mill State Park	State Park	Free
Summit Lake State Park	State Park	Free
University Park	State Park	Free
Versailles State Park	State Park	Free
White River State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Columbus

37 trails found near Columbus.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
GRUBB RIDGE TRAIL	11.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEBO RIDGE TRAIL 1	8.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 2	6.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
COPE HOLLOW TRAIL	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 16	5.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 18	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SYCAMORE TRAIL	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HICKORY RIDGE 4	4.2	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 3	3.8	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MARTIN HOLLOW TRAIL	2.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
AXSOM BRANCH TRAIL	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PENINSULA TRAIL	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 15	2.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BROWN CO. "D"	2.1	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HAYES TRAIL	2.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 22	2.0	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
TERRILL RIDGE TRAIL	1.9	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 17	1.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 19	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FORK RIDGE TRAIL 1	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HICKORY RIDGE 1	1.5	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 12	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 9	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 20	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 21	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 6	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 11	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 14	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HUNTER CREEK TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 8	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 10	0.8	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 5	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 7	0.7	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE 13	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
GRUBB RIDGE TRAIL SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEBO RIDGE TRAIL 2	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
HICKORY RIDGE TRAIL 10 SPUR 1	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes

Historical Trends — Columbus

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	45,765	$53,045
2015	46,825	$56,816
2017	47,354	$57,535
2019	48,244	$63,405
2021	50,569	$72,380
2023	51,682	$76,856

Museums in Columbus

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
KIDSCOMMONS - COLUMBUS' COMMUNITY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8123783046	$437,992
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8123723541	$266,174
ATTERBURY-BAKALAR AIR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		8123724356	$235,688
HERITAGE OF HOPE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	611 HARRISON ST	8125465115	$76,919
COLUMUS INDIANA ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8123791297	$37,947
COLUMBUS MUSEUM OF ART AND DESIGN	ART MUSEUM	417 WASHINGTON STREET	8123762537	$23,358
CAMP ATTERBURY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	BUILDING 427 ON EGGLESTONE STREET	8125261744
HAYDEN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	6715 W COUNTY ROAD 20 S	8125928445
SOUTHERN INDIANA RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ZHARAKOS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	329 WASHINGTON STREET

Libraries in Columbus

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	536 FIFTH STREET	377,104
JACKSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	303 WEST SECOND STREET	228,252
EDINBURGH WRIGHT-HAGEMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY	119 WEST MAIN CROSS STREET	33,188

Farmers Markets in Columbus

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Artisan Foodworks Thursday Evening Market	9600 North US Hwy 31	06/06/2013 to 09/26/2013	Thu: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Columbus City Farmers Market	25th Street at Fair Oaks Mall	06/01/2013 to 09/28/2013	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM;	Yes
Cummins Farmer's Market	501 Jackson St	05/17/2017 to 10/11/2017	Wed: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Cummins Mid-Week Farmer's Market - Columbus Engine Plant (CEP)	500 Central Ave, Columbus, IN 47201	05/17/2017 to 10/11/2017	Wed: 2:00 PM-4:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Columbus

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Powerhouse Brewing Company	Bars, Bar and Brewery, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Bar, Bar & Grills, Taverns	322 4th St	8123758800	Visit
Zwanzigz Pizza	Bars & Clubs, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Catering, Pizza Place, Pizza Place and Brewery	1038 Lafayette Ave	8123760200	Visit

Nursing Homes in Columbus

5 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
FOUR SEASONS RETIREMENT CENTER 1901 TAYLOR RD	Non profit - Corporation	30	13	4/5	—	—	3/5	8123728481
HICKORY CREEK AT COLUMBUS 5480 E 25TH STREET	Non profit - Corporation	36	32	4/5	—	2/5	3/5	8123726136
SILVER OAKS HEALTH CAMPUS 2011 CHAPA STREET	Government - County	80	62	3/5	—	5/5	4/5	8123730787
KINDRED TRANSITIONAL CARE AND REHAB-COLUMBUS 2100 MIDWAY ST	Non profit - Corporation	212	143	1/5	—	2/5	3/5	8123728447
WILLOW CROSSING HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER 3550 CENTRAL AVE	For profit - Corporation	80	58	1/5	—	3/5	1/5	8123799669

Pharmacies in Columbus

16 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6749	2150 STATE STREET	812-376-7776
CVS - 6757	2415 NORTH NATIONAL ROAD	812-372-7804
CVS - 6792	4495 WEST STATE ROAD 46	812-342-6817
DOCTORS PARK PHARMACY	2010 DOCTORS PARK DRIVE	812-372-1829
GENOA HEALTHCARE	720 NORTH MARR ROAD	812-376-7295
KMART	2394 25TH STREET	812-372-8274
KROGER	3110 NORTH NATIONAL ROAD	812-376-9566
MARSH SUPERMARKET - 0045	3075 EAST 25TH STREET	812-375-5555
PHARMACY CARE SOLUTIONS	2323 NORTH MARR ROAD	812-376-9650
SAM'S CLUB - 4926	2715 MERCHANT MILE	812-373-9273
SOUTHERN INDIANA INFUSION	2020 DOCTORS PARK DRIVE	812-372-0822
TARGET	1865 NORTH NATIONAL ROAD	812-376-6938
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1371	735 WHITFIELD DRIVE	812-372-4220
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 4216	2025 MERCHANT MILE	812-376-9385
WALGREENS - 10857	2140 WEST JONATHAN MOORE PIKE	812-378-0804
WALGREENS - 3524	2400 BEAM ROAD	812-378-4701

EV Charging Stations in Columbus

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
GetGo Cafe + Market - Tesla Supercharger	3545 W 450 S	Tesla		8	TESLA	public
Chevrolet of Columbus	2825 Merchant Mile	Non-Networked	1	1	J1772 J1772COMBO	public
City of Columbus - Jackson Street Parking Garage	401 Jackson St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
City of Columbus - Second Street Parking Garage	203 3rd St	Non-Networked	2		J1772	public
CUMMINS 6TH ST GARAGE 1	601 Jackson St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
CUMMINS 6TH ST GARAGE 2	601 Jackson St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
CUMMINS CEP	500 Central Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Columbus

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2495 WEST STATE ROAD 252 (83213)	GTOWER	305
2495 WEST STATE ROAD 252 (83213)	GTOWER	305
10221 E. CR 700 N (83657)	LTOWER	110
10221 E. CR 700 N (83657)	LTOWER	110
7155E 650S (58927)	GTOWER	95
7155E 650S (58927)	GTOWER	95
7790 WEST COUNTY ROAD 800 NORTH	GTOWER	94
7790 WEST COUNTY ROAD 800 NORTH	GTOWER	94
1842 South CR 100 West	TOWER	91
15793 E 800 N (74567)	LTOWER	90
15793 E 800 N (74567)	LTOWER	90
110 South County Route 610 West	LTOWER	88
110 South County Route 610 West	LTOWER	88
8928 SOUTH DIVISION ROAD (82433)	LTOWER	85
8928 SOUTH DIVISION ROAD (82433)	LTOWER	85
(Edinburgh) 8301 West 1000 South	GTOWER	81
4945 N 330 W	TOWER	80
4945 N 330 W	TOWER	80
3031 EAST 32nd Street (114809)	LTOWER	79
3031 EAST 32nd Street (114809)	LTOWER	79
650 N ROTH & 875 E	TOWER	78
650 N ROTH & 875 E	TOWER	78
88 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 900 EAST (42539)	MTOWER	60
88 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 900 EAST (42539)	MTOWER	60

Fire Stations in Columbus

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Clay Township Independent Volunteer Fire Department of Bartholomew County	151 Della RD	Volunteer	812-376-7150
Columbus Fire Department	1101 Jackson ST	Career	812-376-2679
East Columbus Independent Fire	935 Repp DR	Mostly volunteer	812-376-6858
Harrison Township Volunteer Fire Company, Inc	9441 W Old Nashville RD	Mostly volunteer	812-342-4716

Power Plants Near Columbus

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
JACKSON CO. SOLAR RES	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-85.8	OP

Bridges in Columbus

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Arch (Thru)	Steel	1996	293	47,435	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	1,019	27,789	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	210	27,600	G
Stayed Girder	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	472	22,002	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1961	1,019	21,514	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2006	544	21,394	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1978	268	20,010	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	1965	168	20,010	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2011	76	19,452	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2011	328	19,452	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1949	900	17,525	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2020	265	15,678	G
Culvert	Concrete	2001	42	14,820	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1968	233	14,820	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2020	265	13,903	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1940	268	13,675	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1997	359	12,152	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1990	208	12,008	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	151	11,810	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1992	208	11,736	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	389	10,911	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	389	10,483	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	2000	109	6,140	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2000	80	6,140	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	1961	210	6,128	F
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1961	209	4,514	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1993	120	2,020	G
Truss (Thru)	Wood or Timber	1986	96	400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1926	472	190	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1962	199	190	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete continuous	1961	227	132	F

Correctional Facilities in Columbus

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION FACILITY	2350 ILLINOIS ST	COUNTY	5	38	OPEN
BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY JAIL	543 2ND ST	COUNTY	145	-999	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Columbus

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GOLDEN CASTING CORP	1616 10TH STREET	BARTHOLOMEW
O&K AMERICAN CORP	1625 BATEMAN DR	JACKSON

Airports Near Columbus

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Indianapolis International Airport	IND	Large Airport
Columbus Municipal Airport	CLU	Medium Airport
Monroe County Airport	BMG	Medium Airport
Aerobatic Practice Airport	—	Small Airport
Anderson Airport	—	Small Airport
Batesville Airport	HLB	Small Airport
Beck Airport	—	Small Airport
Beechwood Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Bergs Airport	—	Small Airport
Berry Field	—	Small Airport
Best Lock Corp. Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Bluebird Airport	—	Small Airport
Bronson Airport	—	Small Airport
Brush Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Canary's Airport	—	Small Airport
Cherry Hill Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooper Airport	—	Small Airport
Craw Daddy Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Creekbend Airport	—	Small Airport
Donica Field	—	Small Airport
Dunbar Field	—	Small Airport
Dungan Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Creek Airpark	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Fischer Field	—	Small Airport
Foltz Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Francis Airport	—	Small Airport
Franklin Flying Field	—	Small Airport
Freeman Municipal Airport	SER	Small Airport
French Lick Municipal Airport	FRH	Small Airport
Frost Field	—	Small Airport
Fuller Field	—	Small Airport
Giltner Airport	—	Small Airport
Gray Airport	—	Small Airport
Greensburg Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Habermel Airport	—	Small Airport
Haffner Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrod/Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Hendricks County Gordon Graham Field	—	Small Airport
Himsel Army Airfield	—	Small Airport
Hodges Airport	—	Small Airport
Holloway Field	—	Small Airport
Indianapolis Metropolitan Airport	—	Small Airport
Indianapolis Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Indy South Greenwood Airport	—	Small Airport
JR's Airport	—	Small Airport
Jungclaus Airport	—	Small Airport
Kay Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Kenstin Manor Airport	—	Small Airport
Kephart Field Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Columbus

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Columbus Police Department
Edinburgh Police Department
Prince's Lakes Police Station	14 East Lakeview Drive
Prince's Lakes Police Station	14 East Lakeview Drive
Seymour Police Department

Grocery Stores in Columbus

42 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 44008 44008	Supermarket	1505 National Rd
Apna Bazaar 1	Other	1609 Cottage Ave
CASEY'S 3335	Convenience Store	415 S Gladstone Ave
Circle K 4700002	Convenience Store	1720 N National Rd
Circle K 4700010	Convenience Store	4005 25th St
Circle K 4700060	Convenience Store	1644 Central Ave
Circle K 4700063	Convenience Store	760 Jonesville Rd
Circle K 4702342	Convenience Store	2415 W Jonathan Moore Pike
CIRCLE K 4702457	Convenience Store	3091 N National Rd
Columbus Farmer's Markets NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	123 Washington St
CVS 6757	Other	2423 N National Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 2656	Other	3880 25th St
DOLLAR GENERAL 4232	Other	2150 State St
Dollar General 21235	Other	2114 Central Ave
Dollar General 31211	Other	915 Jonesville Rd
Dollar General 3874	Other	4130 W Jonathan Moore Pike
DOLLAR GENERAL 9252	Other	2550 Eastbrook Plz
Dollar Tree 161	Other	3180 Columbus Ctr
Dollar Tree 8360	Other	44 Carr Hill Rd
DOLLARTREE 10329	Other	2120 State St
Farmhouse Favorites	Grocery Store	1510 Central Ave
Jack's Place	Convenience Store	910 3rd St
Jay C 8	Super Store	4290 W Jonathan Moore Pike
Kroger 710	Super Store	3060 N National Rd
La Guanajuato Grocery Store	Grocery Store	2710 State St
MAPCO 1960	Convenience Store	1711 25th St
Marathon Food Mart	Convenience Store	3350 W Jonathan Moore Pike
Mi Tierra	Convenience Store	1461 Central Ave
Murphy USA 6844	Convenience Store	975 Whitfield Dr
National Shell	Convenience Store	3101 N National Rd
Oriental Market In Columbus	Grocery Store	1643 N National Rd
Papa Murphy's Pizza IN049	Specialty Store	1675 N National Rd
Quickway Columbus Inc	Convenience Store	262 N Gladstone Ave
Sam's Club 4926	Super Store	2715 Merchant Mile
Speedway 5521	Convenience Store	2350 W Jonathan Moore Pike
Supermercado Morales Corp 2	Supermarket	2524 Central Ave
Target Store 1911	Super Store	1865 N National Rd
VILLAGE PANTRY 5376	Convenience Store	3184 Washington St
WALGREENS 3524	Other	2400 Beam Rd
Walgreens 10857	Other	2140 W Jonathan Moore Pike
Walmart 1371	Super Store	735 Whitfield Dr
Walmart SUPERCENTER 4216	Super Store	2025 Merchant Mile

Treatment Centers in Columbus

7 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Bartholomew County	Both	877-467-3123
Centerstone of Indiana Inc - Centerstone Bartholomew County	Substance Abuse	877-467-3123
Columbus Regional Health - Treatment and Support Center	Substance Abuse	812-375-3784
Columbus Regional Hospital	Mental Health	812-379-4441
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
Saint Peters Lutheran Church - Lifeworks	Substance Abuse	812-799-3930
Seymour Comprehensive Treatment Center - Seymour Treatment Center LLC	Substance Abuse	812-558-9016

Churches & Religious Organizations in Columbus

94 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
4VEH THE EVANGELISTIC VOICE OF HAITI	PO BOX 1931
ABUNDANT HARVEST MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL INC	PO BOX 1873
AMAZING BIBLE STORIES INC	1502 WASHINGTON ST
ASBURY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS INC	1751 27TH ST
BEREAN BIBLE CHURCH	51 N BROOKS ST
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH	142 DEAVER RD
BETHEL HOLINESS CHURCH INC	6060 N US 31
BETHEL WESLEYAN CHURCH	4510 N 150 W
BIBLE CHURCH OF COLUMBUS	3010 10TH ST
BRIGHT START CHILD CARE MINISTRY	3136 N NATIONAL RD STE E
BURNSVILLE CHRISTIAN CHURCH	28915 900 E
CALVARY COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	5400 ROCKY FORD RD
CAPACITY CONSULTING INC	1076 PINE HILL DR
CENTRAL HEIGHTS CHURCH OF GOD	3151 SHARON LN
CHURCH OF FAITH INC	5530 25TH ST
COLUMBUS ALLIANCE CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	1218 CALIFOMIA STREET
COLUMBUS COLLECTIVE MINISTRIES INC	3380 CAROLINA ST
COLUMBUS COVENANT FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER CHURCH OF GOD 12589	PO BOX 688
COLUMBUS DISTRICT OF THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	1531 13TH ST STE 2100
COLUMBUS FREE METHODIST CHURCH	1511 22ND ST
COLUMBUS INDIANA AREA EMMAUS COMMUNITY INC	PO BOX 2184
COME AS YOU ARE MINISTRIES OF COLUMBUS INDIANA INC	9670 S 550 W
COMMUNITY CHURCH OF COLUMBUS	3850 N MARR RD
CROSSING OF COLUMBUS INDIANA INC	PO BOX 1348
DAYSPRING CHURCH OF GOD APOSTOLIC CORPORATION	2595 EASTWOOD DR
EAST COLUMBUS CHRISTIAN CHURCH	3170 INDIANA AVE
ECUMENICAL ASSEMBLY OF BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY CHURCHES INC	311 CENTER ST
FACE TO FACE MINISTRIES INC	936 HUMMINGBIRD LN
FAIRLAWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	2611 FAIRLAWN DR
FAITH HOPE AND LOVE MINISTRIES INC	PO BOX 2141
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH	PO BOX 1164
FAITH VICTORY CHURCH	PO BOX 2276
FAMILY CHURCH OF GOD INC	15421 E 200 S
FELLOWSHIP OF AMERICAN BAPTIST MUSICIANS	4430 POSTHORN CT
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	2100 10TH ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS INC	3300 FAIRLAWN DR
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS INDIANA FOUNDATION INC	3300 FAIRLAWN DR
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	531 5TH ST
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH	512 7TH ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	618 8TH ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH COLUMBUS INDIANA FOUNDATION INC	618 8TH ST
FLINTWOOD WESLEYAN CHURCH	5300 25TH ST
FREE CHURCH OF GOD PENTECOSTAL	1405 W 200 S
FREEDOM REFUGE MINISTRIES INC	13150 W YOUTH CAMP RD
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	3201 CENTRAL AVE
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	3201 CENTRAL AVE
GREAT WIND ZENDO INC	PO BOX 1332
HARVEST CENTER INC	910 S MARR RD
HARVEST LIGHT MINISTRIES	3129 25TH ST PMB 316
HEALING WATERS FULL GOSPEL MINISTRIES INCORPORATED	2330 MIDWAY ST
HINDU SOCIETY OF SOUTHERN INDIANA INC	PO BOX 542
HISPANIC LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY OF SOUTH CENTRAL INDIANA	6045 E STATE ST
HOOSIER HILLS BAPTIST CHURCH OF BARTHOLOMEW COUNTY INDIANA	606 CLEVELAND ST
IGLESIA BAUTISTA VIDA NUEVA INC	2131 SIMS DR
IGLESIA CRISTIANA EVANGELICA CASA DE ORACION INC	2654 JOSEPH COX CT
ILLUMINATION TOURS CO	13223 BELLSVILLE PIKE
ISLAMIC SOCIETY OF COLUMBUS INDIANAINC	1531 13TH ST STE 1100
LOMAN MINISTRIES	1915 COTTAGE AVE
LOVE CHAPEL FOUNDATION	311 CENTER ST
MAPLE CREEK ADVENTIST ACADEMY	2809 N TALLEY RD
MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH	2320 7TH ST
MT HEALTHY COMMUNITY CHURCH	11950 S STATE ROAD 58
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF COLUMBUS	1404 W 400 N
NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH INC	1425 JONESVILLE RD
NORTH CHRISTIAN CHURCH	850 TIPTON LN
NORTHVIEW ASSEMBLY OF GOD	7230 N 250 W
OGILVILLE CHURCH OF CHRIST - COLUMBUS INDIANA	ROUTE 7
OHIO STREET WESLEYAN CHURCH	2002 OHIO ST
ONE TRIBE MINISTRIES INC	5522 RIVER BIRCH DR
PARKSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH OF COLUMBUS INDIANA	1780 ROCKY FORD RD
PRESBYTERIAN FOUNDATION	512 7TH ST
RESEARCHERS OF TRUTH US INCORPORATED	2650 S WOLFCREEK RD
SAINT JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH	16270 S 300 W
SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURH	6045 E STATE ST
SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH	11750 WEST COUNTY ROAD 930 SOUTH
SAINT PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH	719 5TH ST
SAVED BY GRACE CHURCH	555 RIVERSIDE CIR
SERVANT OF GOD APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY	2730 FARMSTEAD DR
SOVEREIGN CHRIST BIBLE FELLOWSHIP	1702 LAWTON AVE
SPIRITS REDEEMED INC	3005 S 130 W
ST BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC CHURCH COLUMBUS INC	1306 27TH ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION INC	16270 S 300 W
ST PETERS LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION	719 5TH ST
STRONG TOWER FULL GOSPEL	5053 N US 31
TERRACE LAKE CHURCH INC	4260 W 200 S
THE KINGDOM MINISTRY INC	933 13TH ST
THE LIBERTY BIBLE BAPTIST CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR INC	2350 BAKALAR DR
TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH	912 16TH ST
TRIUMPHANT BAPTIST CHURCH	5331 E 400 S
WATERSHED MINISTRIES INC	6845 W 450 N
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Frequently Asked Questions About Columbus

What is the population of Columbus?

Columbus has a population of 51,104 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 1,782 people per square mile, spread across 28.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.5% female and 50.5% male.

Is Columbus expensive to live in?

Columbus is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $76,856, 2% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Columbus safe?

Columbus is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,998 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Columbus receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Columbus?

Columbus has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Columbus?

The job market in Columbus is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,411. There are 2,119 business establishments in the area, including 168 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 13.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Columbus?

The median home value in Columbus is $231,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,715. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,135. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.2%. The average annual property tax is $4,448.

How are the schools in Columbus?

Schools in Columbus score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.3% of adults in Columbus hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. 19.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Columbus?

The obesity rate in Columbus is 38.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 23.4% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 70.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,269.

What is transportation like in Columbus?

The average commute in Columbus is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 13.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Columbus?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Columbus is 74.4% White, 2.4% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 81.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.7% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 14.0% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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