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East Columbia, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

East Columbia is a small town in Texas with a population of 135. Residents earn $110,417 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
135 Population 214/sq mi density
$110,417 Median Income $35,147 per capita
$183,300 Home Value
70°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,300 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,417
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $183,300
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,417
Per Capita$35,147
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation27 ft (8 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries13

Is East Columbia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Columbia receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. East Columbia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Columbia is $110,417, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places East Columbia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Columbia is $183,300, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

East Columbia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

East Columbia has a population of 135 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

135
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Columbia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.0%
4% below US avg
Spanish25.0%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Columbia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Columbia is $110,417, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: East Columbia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,417
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,147
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.5%

Walkability

The median home value in East Columbia is $183,300, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,300
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
In East Columbia, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Columbia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,531
Dentists1:1,695
Mental Health1:852
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
East Columbia has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation27 ft (8 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates29.1410°N, 95.6051°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.5%

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