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Columbus, GA
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Population: 204,366
Home Price: $146,000
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Overview
Columbus is a midsize city in the state of Georgia with a population of 204,366. Columbus has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(F) Poor
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
20.2 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Columbus, GA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Per Capita Income
$28,523
$26,818
$32,693
Median Household Income
$50,542
$53,747
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
8.0%
5.8%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
14.9%
15.3%
10.5%
Age
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Median Age
34.6
39.1
42.3
Gender
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Male
48.8%
48.8%
49.8%
Female
51.2%
51.2%
50.2%
Race
Columbus
Georgia
United States
White
41.7%
60.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
46.4%
30.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.1%
0.3%
2.7%
Asian
2.6%
1.8%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.1%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
3.1%
2.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
6.0%
4.0%
5.2%
Housing Information
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Median Home Price
$146,000
$150,056
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$745
$657
$801
Family Households
36.0%
36.0%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
37.5%
37.5%
26.2%
Homeowners
48.5%
63.8%
72.9%
Renters
51.5%
36.2%
27.1%
Education
Columbus
Georgia
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
7.9%
11.2%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
26.8%
26.8%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
25.0%
20.3%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
9.1%
7.8%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
16.6%
12.3%
15.0%
Proficiency
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Mathematics
29.0%
42.6%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
33.7%
40.9%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Murder
NA
4.4
3.0
Rape
NA
22.9
38.0
Robbery
NA
63.4
40.7
Assault
NA
254.5
188.5
Property Crime
Columbus
Georgia
United States
Burglary
NA
374.9
336.1
Theft
NA
2000.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
178.1
167.1
Arson
NA
6.8
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Columbus, GA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
spicy food
mexican food
italian food
comfort food
chicken wings
grits
pie
sweet potato
pizza
meal
bacon
chicken burgers
cooking
wine
sweet tea
spices
philly cheese steak
drinks
fresh baked
authentic
high school football
video games
football
sports analyst
philly sports
rap music
college football
sports leagues
college basketball
ncaa football
flag football
baseball
basketball
fantasy football
nfl
athlete
pro wrestling
gaming
pop culture
nba
inspired by
character design
commissions open
cover art
graphic design
pfp
fashion
comics
commissions
nature
photography
cengage
embroidery
directoreditor
artists
animation
library
poetry
creative
icon
company we specialize
spare time
video games
video editing
fighting games
anime
board games
car enthusiast
gaming
dder
horror movies
books
youtuber
collector
reading writing
movies television
comics
comic books
memes
photography
sports
music videos
tv
pro wrestling
producer
producer writer
marketing
radio host
digital content
gaming
pop culture
cable tv
award winning
nfl ncaaf
classic rock
fashion
podcasts
comedy
radio personality
esports commentator
sports
summer
space
aquarium
nature
photography
naturewildlife
amenities
gardening
winter
facilities
gardens
wildlife
beach
portraits weddings
landscapes
arts
mountain
tent
visitors
post office
drive thru
gas station
amazon
christmas shopping
liquor store
self checkout
online ordering
miiriya
grocery store
dirtcheap
apparel
cabinets
gift card
soda
goodwill
boutique
dollar tree
retail
reselling
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