Columbus, KS
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Columbus, KS
At a Glance
How Columbus Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Columbus's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Columbus a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Columbus residents earn a median household income of $39,936 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,659. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 416 business establishments, including 33 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Columbus is $85,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $138,199. Median rent is $768/month, with 32.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 90.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Columbus reports 245 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 36% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,821/100K.
Education
22.7% of adults in Columbus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Columbus has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches.