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West Columbia, SC Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

tampamama2021

Housing in West Columbia compared to St. Louis

Alright, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $186,200, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thanks in advance! There's a real sense of community ...

1 replies 7 upvotes housing
eli_runner

Best hidden gems in West Columbia

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and It's a a small town city with about 17,723 people. Am I overthinking this?

1 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Connor Young

Honest thoughts on life in West Columbia

I'm single, late 30s, and It's a a small town city with about 17,723 people. Household incomes average around $54,152 in West Columbia. Median household income is $54,152, which feels on the lower side for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The parks and outdoor a...

13 replies 14 upvotes living
Elena Perez

Is it worth buying in West Columbia?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Poverty rate is 7.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 17,723, West Columbia is a small town. Rent is about $1,092/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $54,152 in West Colum...

6 replies 3 upvotes housing
Elena Perez

West Columbia job market vs Cleveland

Alright, I relocated for work and With a population of 17,723, West Columbia is a small town. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Worth the trade-offs?

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tampamama2021

Top 5 things I love about West Columbia

The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but stil...

7 replies 1 upvotes best-worst
Elena Perez

Honest thoughts on life in West Columbia

Alright, The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 17,723, West Columbia is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Would love some lo...

2 replies 3 upvotes living
eli_runner

Working remotely from West Columbia

OK so I'm originally from Seattle and With a population of 17,723, West Columbia is a small town. Homes are going for about $186,200 on average. Household incomes average around $54,152 in West Columbia. Median household income is $54,152, which feels on the lower side for the area. Downtown has imp...

2 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Nova Torres

Moving to West Columbia -what should I know?

First post here. I'm retired and Household incomes average around $54,152 in West Columbia. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Is this normal for West Columbia? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families...

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eli_runner

Affordable areas near West Columbia?

First post here. Household incomes average around $54,152 in West Columbia. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's not perfect, but the community is s...

0 replies 13 upvotes housing
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