Columbus, TX
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Columbus, TX
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 $57,214 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,929. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 643 business establishments, including 45 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Columbus is $219,300 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $316,137. Median rent is $1,047/month, with 28.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Columbus reports 157 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 891/100K.
Education
27.7% of adults in Columbus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Columbus has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches.