Texas · Metropolitan Area
West Columbia is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,631. Residents earn $41,985 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Columbia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. West Columbia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in West Columbia is $41,985, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in West Columbia is $138,200, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 435 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,582 per 100,000, 32% above the national average.
16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
West 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 67.5% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 32.5% |
| 143% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,985 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,141 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,312 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,500 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,858 |
| County GDP | $23,376M |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Healthcare | 920 |
| Retail | 892 |
| Manufacturing | 253 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.92% |
| Commute Time | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |
| Census Median | $138,200 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $259,304 |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| Median List Price | $250,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $132 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.4% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,011 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.92% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.1% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Total Violent | 434.6/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 25.6/100K |
| Robbery | 102.3/100K |
| Assault | 306.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,581.8/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 664.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,866.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 51.1/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.5°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.2 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,391/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.1419°N, 95.6495°W |
| County FIPS | 48039 |
Winner: Republican by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.6% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,391/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Retail Stores | 892 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 26.4 min |
| Work from Home | 7.5% |