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Columbus, KY
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Columbus, KY
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 $31,875 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,259. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 402 business establishments, including 28 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Columbus is $49,000 , 83% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $93,344. The cost of living index is 90.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Columbus reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 894/100K.
Education
0.9% of adults in Columbus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Columbus has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.