Columbia Falls, MT

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Columbia Falls Overview

5,435
TOTAL POPULATION
2,650
MALE POPULATION
2,785
FEMALE POPULATION
95.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
105.09
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$32,635
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,724
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$64,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
4.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
95.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,667
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbia Falls Zip Codes

Columbia Falls Area Codes

Race in Columbia Falls

The most populous races in Columbia Falls are White / Caucasian (4,925 | 90.6%), Hispanic or Latino (342 | 6.3%), and Two or more Races (264 | 4.9%).
Race in Columbia Falls
Race# Population% Population
Asian531.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3426.3%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian4,92590.6%
Two or more Races2644.9%
Some other Race1933.5%
Total5,435100.0%

Ancestry in Columbia Falls

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbia Falls are German (1,329 | 24.4%), English (739 | 13.6%), Irish (679 | 12.5%), Norwegian (556 | 10.2%), and Mexican (256 | 4.7%), together accounting for 65.5% of all Columbia Falls residents.
Ancestry in Columbia Falls
Ancestry# Population% Population
Aleut320.6%
American2294.2%
Austrian140.3%
Burmese551.0%
Canadian20.0%
Central American30.1%
Chippewa110.2%
Cree711.3%
Croatian90.2%
Crow711.3%
Czech170.3%
Danish460.9%
Dutch1542.8%
Eastern European100.2%
English73913.6%
European1392.6%
Finnish290.5%
French2154.0%
French Canadian661.2%
German1,32924.4%
Greek561.0%
Hungarian200.4%
Irish67912.5%
Italian941.7%
Lithuanian450.8%
Mexican2564.7%
Northern European90.2%
Norwegian55610.2%
Pennsylvania German20.0%
Polish500.9%
Portuguese260.5%
Salvadoran30.1%
Scandinavian861.6%
Scotch-Irish310.6%
Scottish1272.3%
Sioux711.3%
Slovak60.1%
Spanish711.3%
Swedish1422.6%
Thai40.1%
Ukrainian170.3%
Welsh390.7%
Yugoslavian80.2%
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Immigrants in Columbia Falls

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Columbia Falls came from Central America (72 | 1.3%), Latin America (72 | 1.3%), Mexico (72 | 1.3%), Europe (19 | 0.4%), and Asia (16 | 0.3%), together accounting for 4.6% of all Columbia Falls residents.
Immigrants in Columbia Falls
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Asia160.3%
Bulgaria100.2%
Canada90.2%
Central America721.3%
Eastern Asia160.3%
Eastern Europe100.2%
Europe190.4%
Germany90.2%
Korea160.3%
Latin America721.3%
Mexico721.3%
Western Europe90.2%
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Sex and Age in Columbia Falls

Sex and Age in Columbia Falls

The most populous age groups in Columbia Falls are 40 to 44 Years (327 | 12.3%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (394 | 14.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years202 (7.6%)241 (8.6%)
5 to 9 Years201 (7.6%)96 (3.5%)
10 to 14 Years197 (7.4%)394 (14.1%)
15 to 19 Years290 (10.9%)87 (3.1%)
20 to 24 Years75 (2.8%)40 (1.4%)
25 to 29 Years70 (2.6%)189 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years140 (5.3%)197 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years284 (10.7%)315 (11.3%)
40 to 44 Years327 (12.3%)224 (8.0%)
45 to 49 Years87 (3.3%)153 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years207 (7.8%)249 (8.9%)
55 to 59 Years130 (4.9%)63 (2.3%)
60 to 64 Years202 (7.6%)187 (6.7%)
65 to 69 Years109 (4.1%)110 (4.0%)
70 to 74 Years58 (2.2%)71 (2.5%)
75 to 79 Years71 (2.7%)82 (2.9%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)35 (1.3%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)52 (1.9%)
Total2,650 (100.0%)2,785 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbia Falls

Median Family Size in Columbia Falls

The median family size in Columbia Falls is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,111 | 77.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.13 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (227 | 15.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.46 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbia Falls
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,111 (77.1%)3.13
Single Male/Father103 (7.1%)2.54
Single Female/Mother227 (15.8%)2.46
Total Families1,441 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Columbia Falls

The median household size in Columbia Falls is 2.58 persons per household, with single male/father households (103 | 5.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.55 persons per household. non-family households (623 | 30.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.43 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbia Falls
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,111 (53.8%)3.14
Single Male/Father103 (5.0%)3.55
Single Female/Mother227 (11.0%)2.56
Non-family623 (30.2%)1.43
Total Households2,064 (100.0%)2.58

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls

Out of a total of 2,064 households in Columbia Falls, 1,441 (69.8%) are family households, while 623 (30.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 756, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 492.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-492 (23.8%)
2-Person Households756 (36.6%)86 (4.2%)
3-Person Households203 (9.8%)45 (2.2%)
4-Person Households262 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households171 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households33 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households16 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,441 (69.8%)623 (30.2%)

Female Fertility in Columbia Falls

Fertility by Age in Columbia Falls

Average fertility rate in Columbia Falls is 68.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 200.0 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 Falls
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years85 (100.0%)200.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total85 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls

88.2% of women with births (85) in Columbia Falls are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.8% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 11.8% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)

Fertility by Education in Columbia Falls

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbia Falls
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree67 (78.8%)128.0
Bachelor's Degree10 (11.8%)39.0
Graduate Degree8 (9.4%)145.0
Total85 (100.0%)68.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls

11.8% of women with births in Columbia Falls are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 14.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia Falls
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree57 (85.1%)10 (14.9%)
Bachelor's Degree10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (88.2%)10 (11.8%)

Income in Columbia Falls

Income Overview in Columbia Falls

Per Capita Income in Columbia Falls is $32,635, while median incomes of families and households are $77,724 and $64,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,435$32,635
Median Family Income1,441$77,724
Mean Family Income1,441$99,957
Median Household Income2,064$64,500
Mean Household Income2,064$85,017
Income Deficit1,441$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,4354.05%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,43595.95¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,4350.46

Earnings by Sex in Columbia Falls

Average Earnings in Columbia Falls are $33,662, $32,905 for men and $34,294 for women, a difference of 4.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Columbia Falls
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,497 (53.5%)$32,905
Female1,302 (46.5%)$34,294
Total2,799 (100.0%)$33,662

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia Falls

The most common earnings brackets in Columbia Falls are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (197 | 13.2%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (122 | 9.4%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia Falls
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less11 (0.7%)9 (0.7%)
$2,500 to $4,99940 (2.7%)44 (3.4%)
$5,000 to $7,49919 (1.3%)66 (5.1%)
$7,500 to $9,99916 (1.1%)56 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)16 (1.2%)
$12,500 to $14,99982 (5.5%)74 (5.7%)
$15,000 to $17,49933 (2.2%)21 (1.6%)
$17,500 to $19,999135 (9.0%)24 (1.8%)
$20,000 to $22,499128 (8.6%)49 (3.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99971 (4.7%)118 (9.1%)
$25,000 to $29,99976 (5.1%)76 (5.8%)
$30,000 to $34,999197 (13.2%)122 (9.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999103 (6.9%)57 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99935 (2.3%)81 (6.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99968 (4.5%)92 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $54,99912 (0.8%)100 (7.7%)
$55,000 to $64,99988 (5.9%)49 (3.8%)
$65,000 to $74,99912 (0.8%)115 (8.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999180 (12.0%)101 (7.8%)
$100,000+191 (12.8%)32 (2.5%)
Total1,497 (100.0%)1,302 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls

Average earnings in Columbia Falls are $37,963 for men and $35,964 for women, a difference of 5.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $47,188, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $32,313. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,885, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $19,896.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$34,784$23,350
High School Diploma$32,313$19,896
College or Associate's Degree$38,150$37,350
Bachelor's Degree$47,188$57,885
Graduate Degree--
Total$37,963$35,964

Family Income in Columbia Falls

Family Income Brackets in Columbia Falls

According to the Columbia Falls family income data, there are 340 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.6% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Columbia Falls
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999292.0%
$15,000 to $24,999866.0%
$25,000 to $34,999986.8%
$35,000 to $49,99919513.5%
$50,000 to $74,99929020.1%
$75,000 to $99,99918412.8%
$100,000 to $149,99934023.6%
$150,000 to $199,999664.6%
$200,000+15110.5%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia Falls

2-person families (796 | 55.2%) account for the highest median family income in Columbia Falls with $73,750 per family, while 2-person families (796 | 55.2%) have the highest median income of $36,875 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia Falls
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families796 (55.2%)$73,750
3-Person Families235 (16.3%)$60,987
4-Person Families206 (14.3%)$0
5-Person Families155 (10.8%)$0
6-Person Families33 (2.3%)$0
7+ Person Families16 (1.1%)$0
Total1,441 (100.0%)$77,724

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia Falls

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia Falls
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners73 (5.1%)$100,819
1 Earner629 (43.6%)$49,018
2 Earners722 (50.1%)$116,078
3+ Earners17 (1.2%)$0
Total1,441 (100.0%)$77,724

Household Income in Columbia Falls

Household Income Brackets in Columbia Falls

With 398 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbia Falls, accounting for 19.3% of all households. In contrast, only 76 households (3.7%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbia Falls
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000974.7%
$10,000 to $14,999763.7%
$15,000 to $24,99927713.4%
$25,000 to $34,9991386.7%
$35,000 to $49,99923311.3%
$50,000 to $74,99939819.3%
$75,000 to $99,99922911.1%
$100,000 to $149,99937418.1%
$150,000 to $199,999803.9%
$200,000+1617.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia Falls

The median household income in Columbia Falls is $64,500, with the highest median household income of $74,604 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 965 households (46.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 29 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia Falls
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years29 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years965 (46.8%)$74,604
45 to 64 Years689 (33.4%)$68,180
65+ Years381 (18.5%)$0
Total2,064 (100.0%)$64,500

Poverty in Columbia Falls

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia Falls

With 16.0% poverty level for males and 12.3% for females among the residents of Columbia Falls, 75 year old and over males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 31 males (43.7%) and 76 females (31.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years65 (35.9%)76 (31.8%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years29 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years56 (35.9%)29 (13.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years24 (10.6%)2 (1.9%)
25 to 34 Years66 (31.4%)95 (24.6%)
35 to 44 Years72 (12.0%)33 (6.1%)
45 to 54 Years33 (11.6%)16 (4.0%)
55 to 64 Years23 (7.2%)40 (16.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (6.6%)20 (11.8%)
75 Years and over31 (43.7%)25 (20.5%)
Total410 (16.0%)336 (12.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia Falls

According to the poverty statistics in Columbia Falls, males aged 15 years and females aged 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 Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years116 (64.1%)163 (68.2%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years175 (85.8%)268 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years100 (64.1%)187 (86.6%)
15 Years14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years124 (100.0%)20 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years203 (89.4%)105 (98.1%)
25 to 34 Years144 (68.6%)291 (75.4%)
35 to 44 Years527 (88.0%)506 (93.9%)
45 to 54 Years251 (88.4%)386 (96.0%)
55 to 64 Years297 (92.8%)210 (84.0%)
65 to 74 Years156 (93.4%)149 (88.2%)
75 Years and over40 (56.3%)97 (79.5%)
Total2,147 (84.0%)2,388 (87.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia Falls

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Columbia Falls show that 2.6% or 29 of the total 1,111 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 25.7%, comprising of 29 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia Falls
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children629 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children353 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children84 (74.3%)29 (25.7%)
5 or more Children16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,082 (97.4%)29 (2.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia Falls

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia Falls
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)50 (29.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)73 (32.2%)

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

The poverty data for Columbia Falls shows that 29 of the married-couple family households (2.6%) and 73 of the single-parent households (22.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 29 households (25.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 23 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbia Falls
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)50 (19.8%)
3 or 4 Children29 (25.7%)23 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total29 (2.6%)73 (22.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbia Falls

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia Falls

Among the 2,494 employed individuals in Columbia Falls, private company employees (1,759 | 70.5%), self-employed (not incorporated) (270 | 10.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (235 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia Falls
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,75970.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)160.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)27010.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations2359.4%
Local Government Employees983.9%
State Government Employees371.5%
Federal Government Employees793.2%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,494100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbia Falls

According to the labor force statistics for Columbia Falls, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,090), 65.2% or 2,667 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 155 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.7% or 235 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 24.3% or 57 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years188 (51.8%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years82 (71.3%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years235 (90.7%)57 (24.3%)
30 to 34 Years190 (56.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years938 (81.6%)75 (8.0%)
45 to 54 Years618 (88.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years148 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years162 (41.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years106 (30.5%)22 (20.8%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,667 (65.2%)155 (5.8%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls

According to labor force statistics for Columbia Falls, 75.8% of individuals (2,292) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,024) are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 133 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 78.2% or 544 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 40.8% or 75 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School184 (68.9%)109 (40.8%)
High School Diploma746 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree817 (74.3%)77 (7.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher544 (78.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,292 (75.8%)175 (5.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia Falls are Management (214 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (192 | 7.6%), Business & Financial (154 | 6.1%), Community & Social Service (125 | 5.0%), and Health Technologists (106 | 4.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbia Falls

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia Falls, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (85.4%), Business & Financial (70.8%), and Community & Social Service (69.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Technologists (90.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Management126 (58.9%)88 (41.1%)
Business & Financial109 (70.8%)45 (29.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science10 (19.6%)41 (80.4%)
Computers & Mathematics10 (19.6%)41 (80.4%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 87 (69.6%)38 (30.4%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library46 (66.7%)23 (33.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment41 (85.4%)7 (14.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating37 (19.3%)155 (80.7%)
Health Technologists10 (9.4%)96 (90.6%)
Total (Category)369 (50.1%)367 (49.9%)
Total (Overall)1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbia Falls are Food Preparation & Serving (257 | 10.2%), Healthcare Support (115 | 4.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (106 | 4.2%), and Personal Care & Service (73 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in Columbia Falls

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbia Falls, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (67.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (54.7%), and Healthcare Support (25.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (83.6%), Healthcare Support (74.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (45.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support29 (25.2%)86 (74.8%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving173 (67.3%)84 (32.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance58 (54.7%)48 (45.3%)
Personal Care & Service12 (16.4%)61 (83.6%)
Total (Category)272 (49.4%)279 (50.6%)
Total (Overall)1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbia Falls are Sales & Related (326 | 13.0%), and Office & Administration (258 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbia Falls

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related115 (35.3%)211 (64.7%)
Office & Administration20 (7.7%)238 (92.2%)
Total (Category)135 (23.1%)449 (76.9%)
Total (Overall)1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Columbia Falls are Construction & Extraction (212 | 8.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (60 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Columbia Falls

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction212 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbia Falls are Material Moving (193 | 7.7%), Production (93 | 3.7%), and Transportation (82 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbia Falls

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbia Falls
OccupationMaleFemale
Production93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation82 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)368 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia Falls

Employment Industries in Columbia Falls

The major employment industries in Columbia Falls include Retail Trade (319 | 12.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (314 | 12.5%), Construction (305 | 12.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (241 | 9.6%), and Manufacturing (222 | 8.8%).
Employment Industries in Columbia Falls

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia Falls

The Columbia Falls industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (94.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia Falls
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction305 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing196 (88.3%)26 (11.7%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade220 (69.0%)99 (31.0%)
Transportation & Warehousing91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information10 (40.0%)15 (60.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)107 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)91 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific49 (55.1%)40 (44.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support58 (32.6%)120 (67.4%)
Educational Services117 (78.5%)32 (21.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17 (5.4%)297 (94.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation73 (58.4%)52 (41.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services166 (68.9%)75 (31.1%)
Public Administration43 (30.9%)96 (69.1%)
Total1,418 (56.4%)1,095 (43.6%)

Education in Columbia Falls

School Enrollment in Columbia Falls

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,178 students in Columbia Falls are middle school (410 | 34.8%), elementary school (260 | 22.1%), and high school (249 | 21.1%).
School Enrollment in Columbia Falls
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1109.3%
Kindergarten857.2%
Elementary School26022.1%
Middle School41034.8%
High School24921.1%
College / Undergraduate554.7%
Graduate / Professional90.8%
Total1,178100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia Falls

Out of a total of 1,178 students who are enrolled in schools in Columbia Falls, 270 (22.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 908 (77.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 59 (45.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 35 years and over has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 9 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia Falls
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds71 (64.5%)39 (35.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old201 (81.4%)46 (18.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds455 (81.1%)106 (18.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds71 (54.6%)59 (45.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds85 (90.4%)9 (9.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds16 (59.3%)11 (40.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total908 (77.1%)270 (22.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia Falls

Business (236 | 26.1%), science & technology (140 | 15.5%), bio, nature & agricultural (99 | 11.0%), education (78 | 8.6%), and psychology (68 | 7.5%) are the most common fields of study among 904 individuals in Columbia Falls who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia Falls
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics101.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural9911.0%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology687.5%
Social Sciences576.3%
Engineering242.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology14015.5%
Business23626.1%
Education788.6%
Literature & Languages515.6%
Liberal Arts & History455.0%
Visual & Performing Arts313.4%
Communications444.9%
Arts & Humanities212.3%
Total904100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Columbia Falls

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia Falls

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Columbia Falls are males with 2 vehicles (626, accounting for 44.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (587, making up 57.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia Falls
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)21 (1.9%)
1 Vehicle180 (12.9%)212 (19.4%)
2 Vehicles626 (44.8%)587 (53.7%)
3 Vehicles245 (17.5%)204 (18.7%)
4 Vehicles330 (23.6%)69 (6.3%)
5 or more Vehicles16 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,397 (100.0%)1,093 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbia Falls

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Columbia Falls are 30 to 34 minutes (659 commuters, 30.9%), 20 to 24 minutes (409 commuters, 19.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (373 commuters, 17.5%).
Commute Time in Columbia Falls
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes432.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1577.4%
10 to 14 Minutes37317.5%
15 to 19 Minutes25712.1%
20 to 24 Minutes40919.2%
25 to 29 Minutes1346.3%
30 to 34 Minutes65930.9%
35 to 39 Minutes482.2%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes502.4%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbia Falls

The most common commute times in Columbia Falls are 20 to 24 minutes (305 commuters, 24.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (356 commuters, 39.5%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Columbia Falls
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)43 (4.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes75 (6.1%)82 (9.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes205 (16.7%)168 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes199 (16.2%)58 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes305 (24.8%)104 (11.5%)
25 to 29 Minutes85 (6.9%)49 (5.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes303 (24.6%)356 (39.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes22 (1.8%)26 (2.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes35 (2.9%)15 (1.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia Falls

The most frequent times of departure to work in Columbia Falls are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (197, 16.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (180, 20.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia Falls
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM48 (3.9%)9 (1.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM162 (13.2%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM39 (3.2%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM120 (9.8%)58 (6.4%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM197 (16.0%)160 (17.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM144 (11.7%)180 (20.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM81 (6.6%)125 (13.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM94 (7.6%)135 (15.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM95 (7.7%)40 (4.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM83 (6.8%)71 (7.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)43 (4.8%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM45 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM96 (7.8%)23 (2.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM25 (2.0%)57 (6.3%)
Total1,229 (100.0%)901 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia Falls

Of the total 2,064 dwellings in Columbia Falls, owner-occupied units account for 1,313 (63.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 751 (36.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia Falls
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,31363.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units75136.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,064100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia Falls
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household49223.8%
2-Person Household84240.8%
3-Person Household24812.0%
4+ Person Household48223.4%
Total Housing Units2,064100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia Falls
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household265 (53.9%)227 (46.1%)
2-Person Household674 (80.0%)168 (20.0%)
3-Person Household142 (57.3%)106 (42.7%)
4+ Person Household232 (48.1%)250 (51.9%)
Total Housing Units1,313 (63.6%)751 (36.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia Falls
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School119 (80.4%)29 (19.6%)
High School Diploma281 (50.7%)273 (49.3%)
College/Associate Degree407 (52.8%)364 (47.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher506 (85.6%)85 (14.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia Falls
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years39819.3%
35 to 44 Years59628.9%
45 to 54 Years39018.9%
55 to 64 Years29914.5%
65 to 74 Years1939.3%
75 to 84 Years1648.0%
85 Years and Over241.2%
Total2,064100.0%

Housing Finances in Columbia Falls

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia Falls

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia Falls
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,313 (63.6%)$79,263
Renter-Occupied751 (36.4%)$30,907
Average2,064 (100.0%)$64,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia Falls

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia Falls
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00040 (3.0%)33 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)25 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99911 (0.8%)65 (8.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99917 (1.3%)78 (10.4%)
$20,000 to $24,99945 (3.4%)137 (18.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99939 (3.0%)99 (13.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999150 (11.4%)83 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999313 (23.8%)86 (11.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999197 (15.0%)32 (4.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999350 (26.7%)24 (3.2%)
$150,000 or more151 (11.5%)89 (11.8%)
Total1,313 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia Falls

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia Falls
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30081 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499136 (10.4%)30 (4.0%)
$500 to $79981 (6.2%)282 (37.6%)
$800 to $999117 (8.9%)118 (15.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499505 (38.5%)211 (28.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999218 (16.6%)96 (12.8%)
$2,000 to $2,499110 (8.4%)3 (0.4%)
$2,500 to $2,99953 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more12 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,313 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbia Falls

Housing Structures in Columbia Falls

Housing Structures in Columbia Falls
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,40368.0%
Single Unit, Attached904.4%
2 Unit Apartments1004.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments994.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1738.4%
10 or more Apartments1125.4%
Mobile Home / Other874.2%
Total2,064100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia Falls

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia Falls
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,143 (81.5%)260 (18.5%)
Single Unit, Attached65 (72.2%)25 (27.8%)
2 Unit Apartments5 (5.0%)95 (95.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments12 (12.1%)87 (87.9%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments17 (9.8%)156 (90.2%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)112 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other71 (81.6%)16 (18.4%)
Total1,313 (63.6%)751 (36.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia Falls

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia Falls
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room12 (0.9%)47 (6.3%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)83 (11.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms577 (44.0%)401 (53.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms407 (31.0%)134 (17.8%)
8 or more Rooms317 (24.1%)86 (11.5%)
Total1,313 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia Falls

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia Falls
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas795 (60.6%)301 (40.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)11 (1.5%)
Electricity427 (32.5%)439 (58.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels91 (6.9%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,313 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia Falls

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia Falls
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)46 (6.1%)
1 Vehicle225 (17.1%)364 (48.5%)
2 Vehicles697 (53.1%)148 (19.7%)
3 or more Vehicles391 (29.8%)193 (25.7%)
Total1,313 (100.0%)751 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbia Falls

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbia Falls

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3131,000
Median Property Value$275,000$295,200
Median Household Income$61,250$135
Monthly Housing Costs$445$12
Real Estate Taxes$2,178$21

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00029 (9.3%)29 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $99,99950 (16.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999155 (49.5%)496 (49.6%)
$300,000 to $499,99972 (23.0%)353 (35.3%)
$500,000 to $749,9997 (2.2%)122 (12.2%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total313 (100.0%)1,000 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99933 (10.5%)40 (4.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99927 (8.6%)40 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99933 (10.5%)12 (1.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999120 (38.3%)117 (11.7%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (2.2%)193 (19.3%)
$100,000 to $149,99977 (24.6%)190 (19.0%)
$150,000 or more16 (5.1%)273 (27.3%)
Total313 (100.0%)1,000 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia Falls

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia Falls
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x79 (25.2%)93,289 (9,328.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x66 (21.1%)152 (15.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x10 (3.2%)238 (23.8%)
4.0x or more158 (50.5%)257 (25.7%)
Total313 (100.0%)1,000 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia Falls
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80046 (14.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49934 (10.9%)38 (3.8%)
$800 to $1,499183 (58.5%)96 (9.6%)
Total313 (100.0%)1,000 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Columbia Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years371 (82.6%)78 (17.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,075 (91.3%)102 (8.7%)
19 to 25 Years260 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years390 (73.2%)143 (26.8%)
35 to 44 Years848 (74.5%)290 (25.5%)
45 to 54 Years583 (85.0%)103 (15.0%)
55 to 64 Years513 (90.0%)57 (10.0%)
65 to 74 Years336 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older193 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,569 (85.5%)773 (14.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia Falls
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born371 (82.6%)78 (17.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,075 (91.3%)102 (8.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen260 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia Falls

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia Falls
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000677 (90.1%)74 (9.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999832 (84.4%)154 (15.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999798 (75.3%)262 (24.7%)
$75,000 to $99,999505 (92.8%)39 (7.2%)
$100,000 and over1,747 (87.7%)244 (12.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia Falls

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6297 (66.1%)74 (16.5%)
6 to 18 Years557 (47.3%)518 (44.0%)
19 to 25 Years123 (47.3%)137 (52.7%)
25 to 34 Years185 (34.7%)242 (45.4%)
35 to 44 Years188 (16.5%)676 (59.4%)
45 to 54 Years270 (39.4%)362 (52.8%)
55 to 64 Years179 (31.4%)407 (71.4%)
65 to 74 Years336 (100.0%)230 (68.4%)
75 Years and over193 (100.0%)89 (46.1%)
Total2,328 (43.6%)2,735 (51.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia Falls

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia Falls
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years77 (17.6%)12 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years149 (12.4%)37 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years54 (32.3%)18 (10.6%)
75 Years and over7 (9.9%)52 (42.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbia Falls

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbia Falls: <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 Years25 (5.7%)10 (2.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)16 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years8 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over7 (9.9%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbia Falls: <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 Years0 (0.0%)9 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years26 (15.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)5 (4.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbia Falls: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years52 (11.9%)2 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years53 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years11 (6.6%)9 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbia Falls: <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 Years96 (8.0%)12 (1.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (5.4%)9 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)47 (38.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbia Falls: <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 Years14 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)9 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)47 (38.5%)

Technology Access in Columbia Falls

Computing Device Access in Columbia Falls

Computing Device Access in Columbia Falls
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,66580.7%
Smartphone1,91592.8%
Tablet98947.9%
No Computing Device1065.1%
Total2,064100.0%

Internet Access in Columbia Falls

Internet Access in Columbia Falls
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,14455.4%
Cellular Data Only75536.6%
Satellite Internet462.2%
No Internet1567.6%
Total2,064100.0%

Columbia Falls Summary

Columbia Falls, Montana is a small town located in Flathead County, Montana. It is situated on the western edge of the Flathead Valley, just north of the city of Kalispell. The town is home to a population of approximately 4,000 people and is the gateway to Glacier National Park.

History

The area that is now Columbia Falls was first inhabited by the Kootenai and Salish Native American tribes. The first non-native settlers arrived in the area in the late 1800s, and the town was officially founded in 1892. The town was named after the Columbia Falls Lumber Company, which was established in the area in 1892. The company was responsible for the construction of the Great Northern Railway, which connected the town to the rest of the country.
The town grew rapidly in the early 1900s, and by 1910, it had a population of over 1,000 people. The town was home to a variety of businesses, including a sawmill, a flour mill, a creamery, and a brewery. The town also had a variety of churches, schools, and other civic organizations.
In the 1920s, the town experienced a period of decline as the lumber industry began to decline. The Great Northern Railway was abandoned in the 1930s, and the town’s population began to decline as well. The town experienced a resurgence in the 1950s, when the construction of the Hungry Horse Dam brought new jobs and economic opportunities to the area.

Geography

Columbia Falls is located in the Flathead Valley, which is part of the Rocky Mountain region of Montana. The town is situated on the western edge of the valley, just north of the city of Kalispell. The Flathead River runs through the town, and the surrounding area is characterized by rolling hills and forests. The town is located at an elevation of 2,890 feet above sea level.
The climate in Columbia Falls is generally mild, with warm summers and cold winters. The average high temperature in the summer is around 80 degrees Fahrenheit, and the average low temperature in the winter is around 20 degrees Fahrenheit. The town receives an average of 18 inches of precipitation per year.

Economy

The economy of Columbia Falls is largely based on tourism and the timber industry. The town is located near Glacier National Park, which attracts thousands of visitors each year. The town is also home to a variety of businesses, including restaurants, hotels, and retail stores. The timber industry is also an important part of the local economy, and the town is home to several sawmills and lumber companies.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Columbia Falls was 4,053. The town is predominantly white, with a population that is 94.3% white, 1.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.3% African American, and 0.2% from other races. The median household income in the town is $41,944, and the median home value is $179,400. The town has a poverty rate of 13.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbia Falls?
Total Population of Columbia Falls is 5,435.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbia Falls?
Total Male Population of Columbia Falls is 2,650.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbia Falls?
Total Female Population of Columbia Falls is 2,785.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbia Falls?
There are 95.15 Males per 100 Females in Columbia Falls.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbia Falls?
There are 105.09 Females per 100 Males in Columbia Falls.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbia Falls?
Median Population Age in Columbia Falls is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbia Falls
Average Family Size in Columbia Falls is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbia Falls
Average Household Size in Columbia Falls is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbia Falls?
Per Capita income in Columbia Falls is $32,635.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbia Falls?
Median Family Income in Columbia Falls is $77,724.
What is the Median Household income in Columbia Falls?
Median Household Income in Columbia Falls is $64,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Columbia Falls?
Income or Wage Gap in Columbia Falls is 4.1%.
Women in Columbia Falls earn 95.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia Falls?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia Falls is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbia Falls?
There are 2,667 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbia Falls.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbia Falls?
65.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbia Falls.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbia Falls?
Unemployment Rate in Columbia Falls is 5.8%.