Columbus, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Columbia County County
Columbus, WI
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 $74,957 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,201. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,775 business establishments, including 194 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Columbus is $225,700 , 20% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $316,827. Median rent is $814/month, with 21.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Columbus reports 74 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 461/100K.
Education
31.4% of adults in Columbus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Columbus has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.