Median Income $95,000

26% higher than US avg

Home Value $112,500

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.0%

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.4%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.6%

14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47

Median Age52.9 yrs

Density174/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans37.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$95,000

Per Capita$83,249

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty10.6%

County GDP$293M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$112,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units126

Health

Obesity36.4%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking13.3%

Depression22.1%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Sunny Days200/yr

Elevation1,932 ft (589 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.0%

High School+97.3%

Graduate+7.3%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 12%

Commute21 min

Broadband26.0%

Libraries1

Is Columbus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Columbus receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Columbus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Columbus is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Columbus is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Columbus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Columbus has a population of 47 with a density of 174 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

174

People / sq mi

52.9yrs

Median Age

36% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%

Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Columbus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.3%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.7%
	50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Columbus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Columbus is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Columbus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$95,000
	26% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$83,249
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,329
IRS Avg AGI	$93,079

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.6%
	14% below US avg
Establishments (County)	126
County GDP	$293M

Business (County)

Restaurants	8
Healthcare	4
Retail	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.5 min
Drive Alone	95.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Columbus is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$112,500
	60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$769
1 Bedroom	$795
2 Bedrooms	$965
3 Bedrooms	$1,297
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	96.2%
Housing Units	126
Median Year Built	1940

Property Tax

In Columbus, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.4%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	8.3%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.3%
	5% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.8%
Physical Inactivity	21.1%
Depression	22.1%
Mental Distress	15.2%
Physical Distress	11.0%
Short Sleep	32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.4%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Checkup Rate	72.8%
Dental Visits	63.2%
Premature Death	5,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	12.7%
Healthcare Facilities	4

Columbus has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	38.2°F
	29% below US avg
January Average	7°F (-14°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,932 ft (589 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	174/sq mi
Coordinates	48.9050°N, 102.7812°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38013

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74.1-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%

D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 74.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.0%
	20% below US avg
High School+	97.3%
Graduate Degree+	7.3%
School Test Score	5.74

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	174/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	26.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	4
Restaurants	8
Retail Stores	9

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.5 min
Drive Alone	95.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	4.8%

Columbus, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Columbus a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Columbus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Columbus vs U.S. Average

Income: Columbus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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