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Columbus, KS
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Population: 2,945
Home Price: $57,500
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Overview
Columbus is a small town in the state of Kansas with a population of 2,945. The cost of living is low making it one of the most affordable places to live in the US. Columbus has a hot summer and mild winter climate.
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Low Cost
Employment:
(B) Good
Cultural Diversity:
(C) Average
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(F) Poor
Safety Rating:
(C) Average
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
15.2 minutes
Walkability:
(A) Excellent
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
-
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
-
Social and Economic Statistics of Columbus, KS
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Per Capita Income
$21,967
$28,792
$32,693
Median Household Income
$32,132
$56,155
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
0.7%
4.1%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
13.8%
9.9%
10.5%
Age
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Median Age
39.2
43.0
42.3
Gender
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Male
45.2%
50.8%
49.8%
Female
54.8%
49.2%
50.2%
Race
Columbus
Kansas
United States
White
86.2%
90.5%
80.3%
Black or African American
3.3%
1.0%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
1.3%
1.6%
2.7%
Asian
0.4%
0.8%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.0%
0.2%
Other Race
0.3%
1.2%
2.7%
Multiracial
8.5%
4.8%
5.2%
Housing Information
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Median Home Price
$57,500
$93,642
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$377
$518
$801
Family Households
34.7%
34.7%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
37.9%
37.9%
26.2%
Homeowners
52.3%
77.4%
72.9%
Renters
47.7%
22.6%
27.1%
Education
Columbus
Kansas
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
11.4%
6.0%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
38.1%
38.1%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
22.5%
26.2%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
6.0%
9.8%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
11.1%
13.1%
15.0%
Proficiency
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Mathematics
29.3%
34.0%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
36.0%
37.1%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Murder
0.0
1.1
3.0
Rape
0.0
35.7
38.0
Robbery
32.9
12.7
40.7
Assault
98.6
194.0
188.5
Property Crime
Columbus
Kansas
United States
Burglary
394.5
274.0
336.1
Theft
1051.9
1056.7
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
164.4
109.8
167.1
Arson
65.7
10.1
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Columbus, KS
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
hot dog
pickles
beer
bbq
taco
beef
bread
veggies
waffles
cheese
pizza
chipotle
gravy
burgers
italian
mexican
salad
bacon
sandwich
restaurant
football
high school football
baseball
teams
hs football
fantasy football
basketball
nfl
softball
wrestling
coaches
bball
athletes
country music
coaching
golf
college athletics
volleyball
athletic
soccer
pfp
nfts
cover art
comic
library
photography
nft
collection
studios
drawing
studio
creative
memes
random thoughts
outdoors
fitness
hunting
memorabilia
photography
fishing
books
bikes
junk
road trips
pokemon
nascar
sports
sports enthusiasttravel
tv
hip hop
photographerlover
drama
communications
promos
photography
studios
hollywood
lifestyle
studio
comedy
creative
sports
summer
space
facilities
hunting
barefoot
photography
fishing
patio
facility
mountains
pool
beach
winter
order online
gift card
car wash
menu boards
kmart
auctions
merch
vending
deals
grocery store
gift cards
packages
soda
brands
supplies
shipping
retail
restaurant
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