Columbia, LA

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Columbia Overview

341
TOTAL POPULATION
174
MALE POPULATION
167
FEMALE POPULATION
104.19
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.98
FEMALES / 100 MALES
33.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.7
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,097
PER CAPITA INCOME
$79,625
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
0.45
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
124
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
48.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbia Zip Codes

Columbia Area Codes

Race in Columbia

The most populous races in Columbia are White / Caucasian (230 | 67.4%), Black / African American (103 | 30.2%), and Two or more Races (4 | 1.2%).
Race in Columbia
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American10330.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino20.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian23067.4%
Two or more Races41.2%
Some other Race41.2%
Total341100.0%

Ancestry in Columbia

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbia are American (42 | 12.3%), Irish (37 | 10.8%), English (33 | 9.7%), German (7 | 2.1%), and Scotch-Irish (5 | 1.5%), together accounting for 36.4% of all Columbia residents.
Ancestry in Columbia
Ancestry# Population% Population
American4212.3%
Cherokee10.3%
English339.7%
French41.2%
German72.1%
Irish3710.8%
Mexican20.6%
Scotch-Irish51.5%
Scottish41.2%
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Immigrants in Columbia

Immigrants in Columbia
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Columbia

Sex and Age in Columbia

The most populous age groups in Columbia are 30 to 34 Years (30 | 17.2%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (29 | 17.4%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years18 (10.3%)11 (6.6%)
5 to 9 Years12 (6.9%)26 (15.6%)
10 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 19 Years22 (12.6%)9 (5.4%)
20 to 24 Years12 (6.9%)3 (1.8%)
25 to 29 Years8 (4.6%)15 (9.0%)
30 to 34 Years30 (17.2%)8 (4.8%)
35 to 39 Years21 (12.1%)29 (17.4%)
40 to 44 Years12 (6.9%)18 (10.8%)
45 to 49 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.8%)
50 to 54 Years10 (5.8%)15 (9.0%)
55 to 59 Years11 (6.3%)1 (0.6%)
60 to 64 Years11 (6.3%)9 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years3 (1.7%)6 (3.6%)
70 to 74 Years1 (0.6%)2 (1.2%)
75 to 79 Years3 (1.7%)6 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)1 (0.6%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (3.0%)
Total174 (100.0%)167 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbia

Median Family Size in Columbia

The median family size in Columbia is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (32 | 38.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.41 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (6 | 7.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbia
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple45 (54.2%)2.56
Single Male/Father6 (7.2%)2.00
Single Female/Mother32 (38.6%)4.41
Total Families83 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Columbia

The median household size in Columbia is 2.67 persons per household, with single female/mother households (32 | 27.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.56 persons per household. non-family households (33 | 28.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.03 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbia
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple45 (38.8%)2.56
Single Male/Father6 (5.2%)2.50
Single Female/Mother32 (27.6%)4.56
Non-family33 (28.4%)1.03
Total Households116 (100.0%)2.67

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia

Out of a total of 116 households in Columbia, 83 (71.6%) are family households, while 33 (28.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 41, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 32.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-32 (27.6%)
2-Person Households41 (35.3%)1 (0.9%)
3-Person Households31 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households7 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households4 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (71.6%)33 (28.4%)

Female Fertility in Columbia

Fertility by Age in Columbia

Average fertility rate in Columbia is 72.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 269.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Columbia
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years7 (100.0%)269.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)72.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Columbia

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School3 (42.9%)158.0
High School Diploma4 (57.1%)125.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total7 (100.0%)72.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)

Income in Columbia

Income Overview in Columbia

Per Capita Income in Columbia is $26,097, while median incomes of families and households are $79,625 and $53,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income341$26,097
Median Family Income83$79,625
Mean Family Income83$91,292
Median Household Income116$53,750
Mean Household Income116$76,152
Income Deficit83$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3410.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)341100.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3410.45

Earnings by Sex in Columbia

Earnings by Sex in Columbia
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male59 (42.1%)$0
Female81 (57.9%)$0
Total140 (100.0%)$33,750

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia

The most common earnings brackets in Columbia are $5,000 to $7,499 for men (13 | 22.0%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (17 | 21.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,49913 (22.0%)8 (9.9%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)4 (4.9%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49910 (17.0%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)4 (4.9%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)8 (9.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9995 (8.5%)17 (21.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)1 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9995 (8.5%)2 (2.5%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)9 (11.1%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9990 (0.0%)3 (3.7%)
$65,000 to $74,9998 (13.6%)10 (12.3%)
$75,000 to $99,9998 (13.6%)13 (16.1%)
$100,000+10 (17.0%)2 (2.5%)
Total59 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total--

Family Income in Columbia

Family Income Brackets in Columbia

According to the Columbia family income data, there are 27 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 32.5% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Columbia
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00033.6%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,9991315.7%
$35,000 to $49,9991518.1%
$50,000 to $74,99922.4%
$75,000 to $99,9992732.5%
$100,000 to $149,99989.6%
$150,000 to $199,9991012.0%
$200,000+56.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia

2-person families (45 | 54.2%) account for the highest median family income in Columbia with $99,063 per family, while 2-person families (45 | 54.2%) have the highest median income of $49,532 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families45 (54.2%)$99,063
3-Person Families29 (34.9%)$77,625
4-Person Families5 (6.0%)$0
5-Person Families1 (1.2%)$0
6-Person Families3 (3.6%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total83 (100.0%)$79,625

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners11 (13.3%)$0
1 Earner46 (55.4%)$79,000
2 Earners26 (31.3%)$133,000
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total83 (100.0%)$79,625

Household Income in Columbia

Household Income Brackets in Columbia

With 27 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbia, accounting for 23.3% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (0.9%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbia
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000119.5%
$10,000 to $14,99910.9%
$15,000 to $24,999108.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991512.9%
$35,000 to $49,9992017.2%
$50,000 to $74,99965.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992723.3%
$100,000 to $149,999119.5%
$150,000 to $199,999108.6%
$200,000+54.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia

The median household income in Columbia is $53,750, with the highest median household income of $98,295 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 35 households (30.2%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years60 (51.7%)$0
45 to 64 Years35 (30.2%)$98,295
65+ Years21 (18.1%)$34,375
Total116 (100.0%)$53,750

Poverty in Columbia

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia

With 9.8% poverty level for males and 16.8% for females among the residents of Columbia, 5 year old males and 45 to 54 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 3 males (100.0%) and 12 females (66.7%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years10 (55.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)7 (26.9%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)8 (34.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)12 (66.7%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years1 (25.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (8.3%)
Total14 (9.8%)28 (16.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia

According to the poverty statistics in Columbia, males aged 6 to 11 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8 (44.4%)11 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years9 (100.0%)19 (73.1%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years4 (100.0%)9 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (100.0%)3 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years24 (100.0%)15 (65.2%)
35 to 44 Years16 (100.0%)47 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years10 (100.0%)6 (33.3%)
55 to 64 Years22 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years3 (75.0%)8 (100.0%)
75 Years and over3 (100.0%)11 (91.7%)
Total129 (90.2%)139 (83.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)3 (9.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbia

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbia
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)3 (7.9%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbia

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia

Among the 113 employed individuals in Columbia, private company employees (73 | 64.6%), local government employees (17 | 15.0%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (9 | 8.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees7364.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)43.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)98.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations43.5%
Local Government Employees1715.0%
State Government Employees21.8%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers43.5%
Total113100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbia

According to the labor force statistics for Columbia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (258), 48.1% or 124 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 8 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.0% or 20 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 40.0% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbia
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years3 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years20 (87.0%)8 (40.0%)
30 to 34 Years23 (60.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years46 (57.5%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years8 (28.6%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years1 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years9 (45.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (50.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over4 (26.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total124 (48.1%)8 (6.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia

According to labor force statistics for Columbia, 53.2% of individuals (107) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (201) are in the labor force, with 7.5% or 8 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 95.5% or 21 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 18.2% or 8 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma44 (49.4%)16 (18.2%)
College / Associate Degree42 (76.4%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher21 (95.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total107 (53.2%)15 (7.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia are Community & Social Service (23 | 19.8%), Legal Services & Support (22 | 19.0%), Management (20 | 17.2%), Computers, Engineering & Science (16 | 13.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (16 | 13.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (68.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Business & Financial2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science11 (68.8%)5 (31.2%)
Computers & Mathematics5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Architecture & Engineering6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 4 (17.4%)19 (82.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support4 (18.2%)18 (81.8%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Total (Category)17 (22.1%)60 (77.9%)
Total (Overall)35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbia are Security & Protection (11 | 9.5%), Law Enforcement (11 | 9.5%), Healthcare Support (6 | 5.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (4 | 3.5%).
Services Occupations in Columbia

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (50.0%), Security & Protection (45.5%), and Law Enforcement (45.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Security & Protection (54.5%), and Law Enforcement (54.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3 (50.0%)3 (50.0%)
Security & Protection5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement5 (45.5%)6 (54.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)8 (38.1%)13 (61.9%)
Total (Overall)35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbia are Office & Administration (6 | 5.2%), and Sales & Related (1 | 0.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbia

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Office & Administration0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Total (Overall)35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Columbia

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbia are Transportation (7 | 6.0%), and Material Moving (4 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbia

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Production0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation6 (85.7%)1 (14.3%)
Material Moving4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)10 (90.9%)1 (9.1%)
Total (Overall)35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia

Employment Industries in Columbia

The major employment industries in Columbia include Health Care & Social Assistance (25 | 21.5%), Professional & Scientific (22 | 19.0%), Public Administration (15 | 12.9%), Finance & Insurance (10 | 8.6%), and Retail Trade (9 | 7.8%).
Employment Industries in Columbia

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia

The Columbia industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Finance & Insurance (70.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Manufacturing (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade4 (44.4%)5 (55.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance7 (70.0%)3 (30.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific4 (18.2%)18 (81.8%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance3 (12.0%)22 (88.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Public Administration5 (33.3%)10 (66.7%)
Total35 (30.2%)81 (69.8%)

Education in Columbia

School Enrollment in Columbia

The most common levels of schooling among the 83 students in Columbia are elementary school (26 | 31.3%), high school (23 | 27.7%), and college / undergraduate (22 | 26.5%).
School Enrollment in Columbia
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool00.0%
Kindergarten1214.5%
Elementary School2631.3%
Middle School00.0%
High School2327.7%
College / Undergraduate2226.5%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total83100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia

Liberal arts & history (10 | 30.3%), business (6 | 18.2%), computers & mathematics (5 | 15.1%), education (5 | 15.1%), and science & technology (4 | 12.1%) are the most common fields of study among 33 individuals in Columbia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics515.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural00.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences26.1%
Engineering13.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology412.1%
Business618.2%
Education515.1%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History1030.3%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total33100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Columbia

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Columbia are males with 1 vehicle (14, accounting for 43.8%) and females with 1 vehicle (30, making up 17.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)4 (4.9%)
1 Vehicle14 (43.8%)30 (37.0%)
2 Vehicles11 (34.4%)30 (37.0%)
3 Vehicles7 (21.9%)17 (21.0%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (100.0%)81 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbia

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Columbia are less than 5 minutes (34 commuters, 36.2%), 5 to 9 minutes (25 commuters, 26.6%), and 30 to 34 minutes (9 commuters, 9.6%).
Commute Time in Columbia
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3436.2%
5 to 9 Minutes2526.6%
10 to 14 Minutes33.2%
15 to 19 Minutes33.2%
20 to 24 Minutes66.4%
25 to 29 Minutes00.0%
30 to 34 Minutes99.6%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes33.2%
45 to 59 Minutes44.3%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes77.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbia

The most common commute times in Columbia are 5 to 9 minutes (9 commuters, 36.0%) for males and less than 5 minutes (30 commuters, 43.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Columbia
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes4 (16.0%)30 (43.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes9 (36.0%)16 (23.2%)
10 to 14 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (4.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (4.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (8.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes5 (20.0%)4 (5.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)3 (4.3%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (5.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes7 (28.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia

The most frequent times of departure to work in Columbia are 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM (5, 20.0%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (19, 27.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM5 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM2 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)6 (8.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)4 (5.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM0 (0.0%)3 (4.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM0 (0.0%)15 (21.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4 (16.0%)12 (17.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM5 (20.0%)19 (27.5%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (14.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM5 (20.0%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM4 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total25 (100.0%)69 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbia

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia

Of the total 116 dwellings in Columbia, owner-occupied units account for 79 (68.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 37 (31.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units7968.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3731.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units116100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3227.6%
2-Person Household4236.2%
3-Person Household3126.7%
4+ Person Household119.5%
Total Housing Units116100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household20 (62.5%)12 (37.5%)
2-Person Household31 (73.8%)11 (26.2%)
3-Person Household22 (71.0%)9 (29.0%)
4+ Person Household6 (54.5%)5 (45.5%)
Total Housing Units79 (68.1%)37 (31.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School23 (88.5%)3 (11.5%)
High School Diploma33 (82.5%)7 (17.5%)
College/Associate Degree12 (41.4%)17 (58.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher11 (52.4%)10 (47.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2723.3%
35 to 44 Years3328.4%
45 to 54 Years1311.2%
55 to 64 Years2219.0%
65 to 74 Years108.6%
75 to 84 Years86.9%
85 Years and Over32.6%
Total116100.0%

Housing Finances in Columbia

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied79 (68.1%)$78,625
Renter-Occupied37 (31.9%)$43,125
Average116 (100.0%)$53,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0007 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9991 (1.3%)3 (8.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9991 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9993 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9993 (3.8%)4 (10.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99915 (19.0%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (2.5%)18 (48.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (3.8%)3 (8.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99922 (27.9%)5 (13.5%)
$100,000 to $149,99911 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more11 (13.9%)4 (10.8%)
Total79 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3003 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49925 (31.7%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7999 (11.4%)24 (64.9%)
$800 to $9993 (3.8%)10 (27.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49927 (34.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99910 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9992 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbia

Housing Structures in Columbia

Housing Structures in Columbia
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached9581.9%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments54.3%
10 or more Apartments43.5%
Mobile Home / Other1210.3%
Total116100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached67 (70.5%)28 (29.5%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (68.1%)37 (31.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms5 (6.3%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms20 (25.3%)18 (48.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms44 (55.7%)11 (29.7%)
8 or more Rooms10 (12.7%)8 (21.6%)
Total79 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas37 (46.8%)13 (35.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity42 (53.2%)24 (64.9%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total79 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle12 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle23 (29.1%)27 (73.0%)
2 Vehicles28 (35.4%)6 (16.2%)
3 or more Vehicles16 (20.3%)4 (10.8%)
Total79 (100.0%)37 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbia

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbia

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3346
Median Property Value$117,000$145,800
Median Household Income$30,750$7
Monthly Housing Costs$388$0
Real Estate Taxes$199$4

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0007 (21.2%)4 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9992 (6.1%)5 (10.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99923 (69.7%)35 (76.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9991 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)2 (4.3%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total33 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0008 (24.2%)4 (8.7%)
$10,000 to $24,9993 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (33.3%)4 (8.7%)
$35,000 to $49,9992 (6.1%)4 (8.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9993 (9.1%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,9991 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9991 (3.0%)21 (45.7%)
$150,000 or more4 (12.1%)10 (21.7%)
Total33 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x14 (42.4%)98,636 (214,426.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x3 (9.1%)40 (87.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x4 (12.1%)2 (4.3%)
4.0x or more5 (15.1%)3 (6.5%)
Total33 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80022 (66.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)19 (41.3%)
$800 to $1,4991 (3.0%)21 (45.7%)
Total33 (100.0%)46 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years30 (68.2%)14 (31.8%)
35 to 44 Years53 (84.1%)10 (15.9%)
45 to 54 Years25 (89.3%)3 (10.7%)
55 to 64 Years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total283 (91.3%)27 (8.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00047 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99992 (92.0%)8 (8.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99934 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (84.4%)10 (15.6%)
$100,000 and over56 (86.2%)9 (13.9%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 626 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
6 to 18 Years49 (76.6%)16 (25.0%)
19 to 25 Years17 (85.0%)3 (15.0%)
25 to 34 Years17 (38.6%)13 (29.5%)
35 to 44 Years35 (55.6%)18 (28.6%)
45 to 54 Years20 (71.4%)5 (17.9%)
55 to 64 Years21 (65.6%)11 (34.4%)
65 to 74 Years12 (100.0%)6 (50.0%)
75 Years and over15 (100.0%)11 (73.3%)
Total212 (68.4%)89 (28.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years1 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (10.5%)1 (3.8%)
35 to 64 Years12 (25.0%)2 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (66.7%)10 (83.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbia

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (16.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (41.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years4 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (33.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)2 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (66.7%)6 (50.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (8.3%)

Technology Access in Columbia

Computing Device Access in Columbia

Computing Device Access in Columbia
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop9279.3%
Smartphone10792.2%
Tablet7463.8%
No Computing Device86.9%
Total116100.0%

Internet Access in Columbia

Internet Access in Columbia
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet10.9%
Broadband Home8270.7%
Cellular Data Only2420.7%
Satellite Internet65.2%
No Internet76.0%
Total116100.0%

Columbia Summary

Columbia, Louisiana is a small town located in Caldwell Parish in the northeastern part of the state. It is situated on the banks of the Ouachita River, and is the parish seat of Caldwell Parish. The town has a population of approximately 1,500 people, and is part of the larger Monroe Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History

Columbia was founded in 1845 by a group of settlers from the nearby town of Monroe. The town was named after the Columbia River in Oregon, and was originally intended to be a trading post for the local Native American tribes. The town quickly grew, and by the late 19th century, it had become a major hub for the timber industry. The town was also home to a number of cotton plantations, and was a major stop on the Ouachita River.
In the early 20th century, Columbia began to experience a decline in population as the timber industry began to decline. The town was also hit hard by the Great Depression, and many of the local businesses closed. However, the town was able to survive, and in the 1950s, it began to experience a resurgence in population.

Geography

Columbia is located in the northeastern part of Louisiana, in Caldwell Parish. It is situated on the banks of the Ouachita River, and is approximately 30 miles from the state capital of Baton Rouge. The town is surrounded by a number of small towns and villages, including Grayson, Grayson Lake, and Grayson Landing.
The town has a total area of 1.3 square miles, all of which is land. The town is located in a humid subtropical climate zone, and experiences hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average annual precipitation is around 50 inches.

Economy

The economy of Columbia is largely based on agriculture and timber. The town is home to a number of small farms, and the surrounding area is home to a number of timber companies. The town is also home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Columbia was 1,500 people. The racial makeup of the town was 79.3% White, 17.3% African American, 0.7% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 2.7% from other races. The median household income was $30,000, and the median family income was $35,000. The per capita income was $14,000.
The town is served by the Caldwell Parish School District, and is home to a number of public and private schools. The town is also home to a number of churches, including the First Baptist Church of Columbia. The town is served by the Ouachita Parish Library, and is home to a number of parks and recreational facilities.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbia?
Total Population of Columbia is 341.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbia?
Total Male Population of Columbia is 174.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbia?
Total Female Population of Columbia is 167.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbia?
There are 104.19 Males per 100 Females in Columbia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbia?
There are 95.98 Females per 100 Males in Columbia.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbia?
Median Population Age in Columbia is 33.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbia
Average Family Size in Columbia is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbia
Average Household Size in Columbia is 2.7 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbia?
Per Capita income in Columbia is $26,097.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbia?
Median Family Income in Columbia is $79,625.
What is the Median Household income in Columbia?
Median Household Income in Columbia is $53,750.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia is 0.45.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbia?
There are 124 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbia?
48.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbia?
Unemployment Rate in Columbia is 6.5%.