Columbus, OH

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Columbus Overview

902,449
TOTAL POPULATION
443,734
MALE POPULATION
458,715
FEMALE POPULATION
96.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
103.38
FEMALES / 100 MALES
32.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,640
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,105
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$62,994
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
81.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,507
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
510,323
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
70.5%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbus Area Codes

Race in Columbus

The most populous races in Columbus are White / Caucasian (495,311 | 54.9%), Black / African American (263,000 | 29.1%), and Two or more Races (63,928 | 7.1%).
Race in Columbus
Race# Population% Population
Asian52,3535.8%
Black / African American263,00029.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific2310.0%
Hispanic or Latino60,2286.7%
Native / Alaskan1,9670.2%
White / Caucasian495,31154.9%
Two or more Races63,9287.1%
Some other Race25,6592.8%
Total902,449100.0%

Ancestry in Columbus

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbus are German (136,332 | 15.1%), Irish (91,080 | 10.1%), English (67,242 | 7.4%), Subsaharan African (58,804 | 6.5%), and Italian (43,135 | 4.8%), together accounting for 44.0% of all Columbus residents.
Ancestry in Columbus
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan3400.0%
African13,4001.5%
Alaska Native130.0%
Albanian880.0%
Aleut200.0%
Alsatian1180.0%
American33,3483.7%
Apache1150.0%
Arab12,7611.4%
Argentinean4970.1%
Armenian3630.0%
Australian1860.0%
Austrian1,3310.2%
Bahamian500.0%
Bangladeshi600.0%
Barbadian1330.0%
Basque230.0%
Belgian6460.1%
Belizean590.0%
Bermudan210.0%
Bhutanese3,5420.4%
Blackfeet2,0040.2%
Bolivian1010.0%
Brazilian1,0110.1%
British5,1930.6%
British West Indian270.0%
Bulgarian2790.0%
Burmese4,2800.5%
Cajun230.0%
Cambodian390.0%
Canadian9140.1%
Cape Verdean730.0%
Carpatho Rusyn190.0%
Celtic1140.0%
Central American9,5571.1%
Central American Indian6760.1%
Cherokee3,4300.4%
Cheyenne10.0%
Chilean1200.0%
Chippewa1130.0%
Choctaw310.0%
Colombian1,2070.1%
Comanche40.0%
Costa Rican2040.0%
Cree300.0%
Creek340.0%
Croatian1,2410.1%
Crow320.0%
Cuban6640.1%
Czech2,1540.2%
Czechoslovakian8980.1%
Danish1,1010.1%
Dominican3,6710.4%
Dutch6,4400.7%
Dutch West Indian190.0%
Eastern European2,5500.3%
Ecuadorian4780.1%
Egyptian1,7810.2%
English67,2427.4%
Estonian310.0%
Ethiopian4,6340.5%
European13,5811.5%
Filipino4780.1%
Finnish7320.1%
French11,3721.3%
French American Indian960.0%
French Canadian1,5510.2%
German136,33215.1%
German Russian1350.0%
Ghanaian5,6940.6%
Greek3,2120.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro100.0%
Guatemalan1,2630.1%
Guyanese490.0%
Haitian2,0870.2%
Honduran2,1100.2%
Hopi40.0%
Hungarian6,0630.7%
Icelander470.0%
Indian (Asian)11,3681.3%
Indonesian1800.0%
Inupiat80.0%
Iranian6890.1%
Iraqi1,1110.1%
Irish91,08010.1%
Iroquois1710.0%
Israeli4570.1%
Italian43,1354.8%
Jamaican1,3120.2%
Japanese1,8470.2%
Jordanian1,1530.1%
Kenyan1,0500.1%
Kiowa10.0%
Korean4,7670.5%
Laotian1750.0%
Latvian1420.0%
Lebanese1,4200.2%
Liberian2,0000.2%
Lithuanian1,5130.2%
Lumbee1320.0%
Luxembourger80.0%
Macedonian6520.1%
Malaysian1,6730.2%
Maltese680.0%
Mexican28,2833.1%
Mexican American Indian8190.1%
Mongolian1760.0%
Moroccan1,4090.2%
Native Hawaiian4200.1%
Navajo1700.0%
New Zealander1090.0%
Nicaraguan520.0%
Nigerian3,0900.3%
Northern European5900.1%
Norwegian3,3750.4%
Okinawan160.0%
Ottawa160.0%
Pakistani6510.1%
Palestinian1,2110.1%
Panamanian6680.1%
Paraguayan320.0%
Pennsylvania German3990.0%
Peruvian4880.1%
Polish19,3712.1%
Portuguese5160.1%
Potawatomi290.0%
Puerto Rican8,7971.0%
Romanian1,0370.1%
Russian4,1610.5%
Salvadoran5,2600.6%
Samoan1300.0%
Scandinavian2,2180.3%
Scotch-Irish6,8030.7%
Scottish13,6811.5%
Seminole1280.0%
Senegalese4250.1%
Serbian7190.1%
Sierra Leonean1,5380.2%
Sioux2340.0%
Slavic3870.0%
Slovak3,1720.4%
Slovene1,3850.2%
Somali21,9472.4%
South African1290.0%
South American4,6400.5%
South American Indian350.0%
Spaniard6240.1%
Spanish5280.1%
Spanish American310.0%
Sri Lankan4,3030.5%
Subsaharan African58,8046.5%
Sudanese3790.0%
Swedish3,8460.4%
Swiss2,6040.3%
Syrian5770.1%
Taiwanese130.0%
Thai20,5462.3%
Tlingit-Haida270.0%
Tongan1480.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian2970.0%
Turkish8610.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander570.0%
Ugandan520.0%
Ukrainian2,9170.3%
Uruguayan250.0%
Venezuelan1,6920.2%
Vietnamese6510.1%
Welsh9,5271.1%
West Indian8010.1%
Yaqui270.0%
Yugoslavian4850.1%
Zimbabwean50.0%
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Immigrants in Columbus

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Columbus came from Africa (46,555 | 5.2%), Asia (43,515 | 4.8%), Latin America (26,540 | 2.9%), South Central Asia (22,104 | 2.5%), and Eastern Africa (21,447 | 2.4%), together accounting for 17.7% of all Columbus residents.
Immigrants in Columbus
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan3140.0%
Africa46,5555.2%
Albania1130.0%
Argentina1090.0%
Armenia350.0%
Asia43,5154.8%
Australia1860.0%
Austria450.0%
Bahamas500.0%
Bangladesh5320.1%
Barbados1290.0%
Belarus1360.0%
Belgium350.0%
Belize690.0%
Bolivia50.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1020.0%
Brazil1,0760.1%
Bulgaria1790.0%
Cambodia8170.1%
Cameroon1,2070.1%
Canada1,3110.2%
Caribbean5,5440.6%
Central America16,7951.9%
Chile640.0%
China7,3060.8%
Colombia7770.1%
Congo2190.0%
Costa Rica1020.0%
Croatia380.0%
Cuba1420.0%
Czechoslovakia1200.0%
Denmark70.0%
Dominican Republic2,5840.3%
Eastern Africa21,4472.4%
Eastern Asia10,4581.2%
Eastern Europe4,1670.5%
Ecuador5440.1%
Egypt1,0620.1%
El Salvador3,4040.4%
England5370.1%
Eritrea1,2700.1%
Ethiopia3,6940.4%
Europe7,8500.9%
France3740.0%
Germany8520.1%
Ghana5,7710.6%
Greece2450.0%
Guatemala1,0010.1%
Guyana1520.0%
Haiti1,5810.2%
Honduras1,7630.2%
Hong Kong3280.0%
Hungary970.0%
India12,6441.4%
Indonesia1410.0%
Iran4710.1%
Iraq9770.1%
Ireland1670.0%
Israel3030.0%
Italy3140.0%
Jamaica6060.1%
Japan1,2610.1%
Jordan8120.1%
Kazakhstan470.0%
Kenya3,2320.4%
Korea1,8650.2%
Kuwait1180.0%
Laos1,1020.1%
Latin America26,5402.9%
Latvia120.0%
Lebanon2810.0%
Liberia1,6350.2%
Lithuania910.0%
Malaysia2390.0%
Mexico10,0341.1%
Middle Africa2,2540.3%
Moldova40.0%
Morocco1,1360.1%
Nepal2,6620.3%
Netherlands2400.0%
Nicaragua150.0%
Nigeria1,6420.2%
North Macedonia4380.1%
Northern Africa4,2430.5%
Northern Europe1,3290.2%
Norway160.0%
Oceania4230.1%
Pakistan8640.1%
Panama3080.0%
Peru1850.0%
Philippines2,0640.2%
Poland3740.0%
Portugal80.0%
Romania2830.0%
Russia8290.1%
Saudi Arabia4930.1%
Scotland810.0%
Senegal9540.1%
Serbia610.0%
Sierra Leone2,0930.2%
Singapore270.0%
Somalia11,4941.3%
South Africa5120.1%
South America4,2010.5%
South Central Asia22,1042.5%
South Eastern Asia6,5970.7%
Southern Europe7440.1%
Spain1400.0%
Sri Lanka1080.0%
Sudan5580.1%
Switzerland640.0%
Syria5440.1%
Taiwan5620.1%
Thailand3510.0%
Trinidad and Tobago3880.0%
Turkey4200.1%
Uganda1410.0%
Ukraine1,1470.1%
Uruguay250.0%
Uzbekistan2590.0%
Venezuela1,2640.1%
Vietnam1,7060.2%
Western Africa15,1091.7%
Western Asia4,2000.5%
Western Europe1,6100.2%
Yemen420.0%
Zaire7760.1%
Zimbabwe2280.0%
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Sex and Age in Columbus

Sex and Age in Columbus

The most populous age groups in Columbus are 25 to 29 Years (47,638 | 10.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (49,086 | 10.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years31,169 (7.0%)30,113 (6.6%)
5 to 9 Years27,266 (6.1%)27,272 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years27,399 (6.2%)25,628 (5.6%)
15 to 19 Years28,613 (6.5%)29,552 (6.4%)
20 to 24 Years37,233 (8.4%)39,366 (8.6%)
25 to 29 Years47,638 (10.7%)49,086 (10.7%)
30 to 34 Years45,113 (10.2%)43,152 (9.4%)
35 to 39 Years34,340 (7.7%)31,819 (6.9%)
40 to 44 Years28,698 (6.5%)27,668 (6.0%)
45 to 49 Years24,225 (5.5%)25,361 (5.5%)
50 to 54 Years24,469 (5.5%)24,968 (5.4%)
55 to 59 Years24,386 (5.5%)23,647 (5.2%)
60 to 64 Years22,599 (5.1%)24,764 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years16,010 (3.6%)18,467 (4.0%)
70 to 74 Years11,167 (2.5%)14,829 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years5,948 (1.3%)9,491 (2.1%)
80 to 84 Years3,683 (0.8%)6,305 (1.4%)
85 Years and over3,778 (0.9%)7,227 (1.6%)
Total443,734 (100.0%)458,715 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbus

Median Family Size in Columbus

The median family size in Columbus is 3.07 persons per family, with married-couple families (122,080 | 61.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.12 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (20,078 | 10.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.79 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbus
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple122,080 (61.1%)3.12
Single Male/Father20,078 (10.1%)2.79
Single Female/Mother57,517 (28.8%)3.07
Total Families199,675 (100.0%)3.07

Median Household Size in Columbus

The median household size in Columbus is 2.30 persons per household, with single female/mother households (57,517 | 15.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (182,465 | 47.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.34 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbus
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple122,080 (32.0%)3.15
Single Male/Father20,078 (5.2%)3.16
Single Female/Mother57,517 (15.0%)3.28
Non-family182,465 (47.7%)1.34
Total Households382,140 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus

Out of a total of 382,140 households in Columbus, 199,675 (52.2%) are family households, while 182,465 (47.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 88,365, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 138,163.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-138,163 (36.2%)
2-Person Households88,365 (23.1%)36,998 (9.7%)
3-Person Households46,705 (12.2%)4,485 (1.2%)
4-Person Households36,302 (9.5%)1,705 (0.4%)
5-Person Households17,419 (4.6%)520 (0.1%)
6-Person Households6,212 (1.6%)262 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households4,672 (1.2%)332 (0.1%)
Total199,675 (52.2%)182,465 (47.7%)

Female Fertility in Columbus

Fertility by Age in Columbus

Average fertility rate in Columbus is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 81.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Columbus
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years335 (2.3%)11.0
20 to 34 years10,623 (73.1%)81.0
35 to 50 years3,572 (24.6%)40.0
Total14,530 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus

64.3% of women with births (14,530) in Columbus are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 19.7% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)335 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years6,469 (60.9%)4,154 (39.1%)
35 to 50 years2,868 (80.3%)704 (19.7%)
Total9,343 (64.3%)5,187 (35.7%)

Fertility by Education in Columbus

Average fertility rate in Columbus is 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 71.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 29.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School1,656 (11.4%)50.0
High School Diploma3,658 (25.2%)71.0
College or Associate's Degree4,208 (29.0%)58.0
Bachelor's Degree3,068 (21.1%)49.0
Graduate Degree1,940 (13.4%)62.0
Total14,530 (100.0%)58.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus

35.7% of women with births in Columbus are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 92.5% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 57.5% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School704 (42.5%)952 (57.5%)
High School Diploma1,825 (49.9%)1,833 (50.1%)
College or Associate's Degree2,411 (57.3%)1,797 (42.7%)
Bachelor's Degree2,602 (84.8%)466 (15.2%)
Graduate Degree1,794 (92.5%)146 (7.5%)
Total9,343 (64.3%)5,187 (35.7%)

Income in Columbus

Income Overview in Columbus

Per Capita Income in Columbus is $35,640, while median incomes of families and households are $77,105 and $62,994 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income902,449$35,640
Median Family Income199,675$77,105
Mean Family Income199,675$95,014
Median Household Income382,140$62,994
Mean Household Income382,140$82,282
Income Deficit199,675$11,507
Wage / Income Gap (%)902,44919.03%
Wage / Income Gap ($)902,44980.97¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index902,4490.44

Earnings by Sex in Columbus

Average Earnings in Columbus are $40,115, $44,179 for men and $35,770 for women, a difference of 19.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Columbus
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male276,542 (51.5%)$44,179
Female260,334 (48.5%)$35,770
Total536,876 (100.0%)$40,115

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus

The most common earnings brackets in Columbus are $100,000+ for men (35,249 | 12.8%) and $75,000 to $99,999 for women (21,376 | 8.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less11,120 (4.0%)14,895 (5.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9998,961 (3.2%)10,813 (4.2%)
$5,000 to $7,4998,570 (3.1%)10,716 (4.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9996,003 (2.2%)7,600 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,4999,004 (3.3%)9,493 (3.6%)
$12,500 to $14,9996,974 (2.5%)7,044 (2.7%)
$15,000 to $17,4995,798 (2.1%)7,408 (2.9%)
$17,500 to $19,9995,437 (2.0%)6,136 (2.4%)
$20,000 to $22,4996,072 (2.2%)7,764 (3.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9998,240 (3.0%)9,663 (3.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99916,146 (5.8%)18,052 (6.9%)
$30,000 to $34,99916,446 (5.9%)17,826 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $39,99915,759 (5.7%)15,659 (6.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99915,911 (5.8%)15,253 (5.9%)
$45,000 to $49,99915,977 (5.8%)13,441 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99914,052 (5.1%)11,158 (4.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99922,889 (8.3%)20,911 (8.0%)
$65,000 to $74,99918,092 (6.5%)16,746 (6.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99929,842 (10.8%)21,376 (8.2%)
$100,000+35,249 (12.8%)18,380 (7.1%)
Total276,542 (100.0%)260,334 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Average earnings in Columbus are $50,220 for men and $41,832 for women, a difference of 16.7%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $78,119, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $32,985. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $67,510, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,001.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$32,985$22,001
High School Diploma$39,734$30,253
College or Associate's Degree$45,590$37,079
Bachelor's Degree$67,675$55,793
Graduate Degree$78,119$67,510
Total$50,220$41,832

Family Income in Columbus

Family Income Brackets in Columbus

According to the Columbus family income data, there are 40,135 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.1% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6,390 families (3.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0008,5864.3%
$10,000 to $14,9996,3903.2%
$15,000 to $24,99911,1825.6%
$25,000 to $34,99913,1796.6%
$35,000 to $49,99923,76111.9%
$50,000 to $74,99933,94517.0%
$75,000 to $99,99929,75214.9%
$100,000 to $149,99940,13520.1%
$150,000 to $199,99916,9728.5%
$200,000+15,5757.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus

5-person families (14,695 | 7.4%) account for the highest median family income in Columbus with $82,444 per family, while 2-person families (97,296 | 48.7%) have the highest median income of $37,822 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families97,296 (48.7%)$75,645
3-Person Families43,898 (22.0%)$75,759
4-Person Families34,003 (17.0%)$81,313
5-Person Families14,695 (7.4%)$82,444
6-Person Families5,733 (2.9%)$71,851
7+ Person Families4,050 (2.0%)$70,722
Total199,675 (100.0%)$77,105

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus

The median family income in Columbus is $77,105, with families comprising 3+ earners (18,778) having the highest median family income of $118,411, while families with no earners (20,850) have the lowest median family income of $34,463, accounting for 9.4% and 10.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners20,850 (10.4%)$34,463
1 Earner71,249 (35.7%)$48,912
2 Earners88,798 (44.5%)$103,249
3+ Earners18,778 (9.4%)$118,411
Total199,675 (100.0%)$77,105

Household Income in Columbus

Household Income Brackets in Columbus

With 71,460 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbus, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 17,578 households (4.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00021,4005.6%
$10,000 to $14,99917,5784.6%
$15,000 to $24,99928,6607.5%
$25,000 to $34,99931,3358.2%
$35,000 to $49,99951,97113.6%
$50,000 to $74,99971,46018.7%
$75,000 to $99,99951,97113.6%
$100,000 to $149,99962,28916.3%
$150,000 to $199,99924,4576.4%
$200,000+21,4005.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus

The median household income in Columbus is $62,994, with the highest median household income of $69,749 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 121,890 households (31.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $37,086, with 26,381 households (6.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years26,381 (6.9%)$37,086
25 to 44 Years169,129 (44.3%)$69,544
45 to 64 Years121,890 (31.9%)$69,749
65+ Years64,740 (16.9%)$47,469
Total382,140 (100.0%)$62,994

Poverty in Columbus

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

With 17.2% poverty level for males and 19.0% for females among the residents of Columbus, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 1,860 males (32.4%) and 14,705 females (31.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years8,173 (26.7%)7,687 (25.8%)
5 Years1,860 (32.4%)1,135 (23.5%)
6 to 11 Years8,967 (27.7%)8,600 (26.2%)
12 to 14 Years4,669 (29.3%)3,932 (27.6%)
15 Years1,255 (27.1%)1,016 (20.0%)
16 and 17 Years2,531 (26.4%)2,281 (23.6%)
18 to 24 Years13,461 (30.2%)14,705 (31.8%)
25 to 34 Years10,213 (11.1%)14,780 (16.1%)
35 to 44 Years7,234 (11.6%)9,590 (16.2%)
45 to 54 Years4,909 (10.2%)6,841 (13.6%)
55 to 64 Years7,517 (16.1%)6,998 (14.5%)
65 to 74 Years2,632 (9.8%)3,754 (11.4%)
75 Years and over1,262 (9.7%)3,539 (16.2%)
Total74,683 (17.2%)84,858 (19.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

According to the poverty statistics in Columbus, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 90.3% of males and 88.6% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years22,415 (73.3%)22,130 (74.2%)
5 Years3,879 (67.6%)3,687 (76.5%)
6 to 11 Years23,397 (72.3%)24,243 (73.8%)
12 to 14 Years11,237 (70.7%)10,329 (72.4%)
15 Years3,372 (72.9%)4,073 (80.0%)
16 and 17 Years7,068 (73.6%)7,382 (76.4%)
18 to 24 Years31,100 (69.8%)31,482 (68.2%)
25 to 34 Years81,886 (88.9%)77,170 (83.9%)
35 to 44 Years55,380 (88.4%)49,757 (83.8%)
45 to 54 Years43,476 (89.8%)43,315 (86.4%)
55 to 64 Years39,093 (83.9%)41,217 (85.5%)
65 to 74 Years24,301 (90.2%)29,090 (88.6%)
75 Years and over11,698 (90.3%)18,261 (83.8%)
Total358,302 (82.8%)362,136 (81.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Columbus show that 5.5% or 6,689 of the total 122,080 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 31.2%, comprising of 439 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 3.1%, which includes 2,136 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children67,350 (96.9%)2,136 (3.1%)
1 or 2 Children38,101 (93.8%)2,505 (6.2%)
3 or 4 Children8,973 (84.8%)1,609 (15.2%)
5 or more Children967 (68.8%)439 (31.2%)
Total115,391 (94.5%)6,689 (5.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus

According to the poverty data in Columbus, 14.6% or 2,934 single-father households and 30.8% or 17,691 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 155 households (71.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 893 households (87.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children655 (8.0%)2,731 (14.7%)
1 or 2 Children1,443 (14.3%)9,794 (32.1%)
3 or 4 Children681 (44.6%)4,273 (58.1%)
5 or more Children155 (71.1%)893 (87.3%)
Total2,934 (14.6%)17,691 (30.8%)

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

The poverty data for Columbus shows that 6,689 of the married-couple family households (5.5%) and 20,625 of the single-parent households (26.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 439 households (31.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 1,048 household (84.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children2,136 (3.1%)3,386 (12.6%)
1 or 2 Children2,505 (6.2%)11,237 (27.7%)
3 or 4 Children1,609 (15.2%)4,954 (55.8%)
5 or more Children439 (31.2%)1,048 (84.5%)
Total6,689 (5.5%)20,625 (26.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbus

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus

Among the 473,763 employed individuals in Columbus, private company employees (331,725 | 70.0%), not-for-profit organizations (45,761 | 9.7%), and state government employees (33,446 | 7.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees331,72570.0%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)10,7102.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)19,2314.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations45,7619.7%
Local Government Employees23,6905.0%
State Government Employees33,4467.1%
Federal Government Employees8,5891.8%
Unpaid Family Workers6110.1%
Total473,763100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbus

According to the labor force statistics for Columbus, out of the total population over 16 years of age (723,863), 70.5% or 510,323 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.2% or 26,537 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.6% or 84,730 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.3% or 3,156 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbus
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years20,629 (42.6%)3,156 (15.3%)
20 to 24 Years58,598 (76.5%)4,278 (7.3%)
25 to 29 Years84,730 (87.6%)4,745 (5.6%)
30 to 34 Years75,643 (85.7%)3,026 (4.0%)
35 to 44 Years105,004 (85.7%)4,515 (4.3%)
45 to 54 Years81,793 (82.6%)3,190 (3.9%)
55 to 59 Years35,496 (73.9%)1,562 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years28,323 (59.8%)1,416 (5.0%)
65 to 74 Years17,960 (29.7%)665 (3.7%)
75 Years and over2,405 (6.6%)55 (2.3%)
Total510,323 (70.5%)26,537 (5.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus

According to labor force statistics for Columbus, 81.9% of individuals (411,083) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (501,933) are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 18,499 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 90.5% or 180,660 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 9.0% or 2,396 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School26,623 (59.1%)4,054 (9.0%)
High School Diploma90,170 (74.7%)8,329 (6.9%)
College / Associate Degree113,474 (83.1%)6,281 (4.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher180,660 (90.5%)4,991 (2.5%)
Total411,083 (81.9%)22,587 (4.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus are Community & Social Service (53,722 | 11.1%), Management (48,958 | 10.1%), Computers, Engineering & Science (39,415 | 8.2%), Business & Financial (34,662 | 7.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (31,275 | 6.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (82.3%), Computers & Mathematics (75.9%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (73.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (76.7%), Health Technologists (76.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (70.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Management25,472 (52.0%)23,486 (48.0%)
Business & Financial15,555 (44.9%)19,107 (55.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science28,938 (73.4%)10,477 (26.6%)
Computers & Mathematics19,123 (75.9%)6,082 (24.1%)
Architecture & Engineering7,058 (82.3%)1,522 (17.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science2,757 (49.0%)2,873 (51.0%)
Community & Social Service 20,205 (37.6%)33,517 (62.4%)
Education, Arts & Media2,939 (29.7%)6,964 (70.3%)
Legal Services & Support2,650 (45.7%)3,155 (54.3%)
Education Instruction & Library9,461 (33.8%)18,498 (66.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment5,155 (51.3%)4,900 (48.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating7,296 (23.3%)23,979 (76.7%)
Health Technologists4,925 (23.5%)16,036 (76.5%)
Total (Category)97,466 (46.9%)110,566 (53.1%)
Total (Overall)249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbus are Food Preparation & Serving (28,252 | 5.8%), Healthcare Support (17,637 | 3.6%), Cleaning & Maintenance (14,903 | 3.1%), Personal Care & Service (10,815 | 2.2%), and Security & Protection (8,160 | 1.7%).
Services Occupations in Columbus

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (69.0%), Security & Protection (67.8%), and Firefighting & Prevention (67.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (81.3%), Personal Care & Service (71.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (50.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support3,298 (18.7%)14,339 (81.3%)
Security & Protection5,533 (67.8%)2,627 (32.2%)
Firefighting & Prevention3,829 (67.3%)1,861 (32.7%)
Law Enforcement1,704 (69.0%)766 (31.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving13,921 (49.3%)14,331 (50.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance8,634 (57.9%)6,269 (42.1%)
Personal Care & Service3,051 (28.2%)7,764 (71.8%)
Total (Category)34,437 (43.2%)45,330 (56.8%)
Total (Overall)249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbus are Office & Administration (57,321 | 11.9%), and Sales & Related (43,639 | 9.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbus

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related22,952 (52.6%)20,687 (47.4%)
Office & Administration19,474 (34.0%)37,847 (66.0%)
Total (Category)42,426 (42.0%)58,534 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Columbus are Construction & Extraction (13,579 | 2.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (9,774 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (577 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Columbus

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry404 (70.0%)173 (30.0%)
Construction & Extraction12,930 (95.2%)649 (4.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair9,423 (96.4%)351 (3.6%)
Total (Category)22,757 (95.1%)1,173 (4.9%)
Total (Overall)249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbus are Material Moving (28,486 | 5.9%), Production (23,302 | 4.8%), and Transportation (19,004 | 3.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbus

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Production16,171 (69.4%)7,131 (30.6%)
Transportation16,060 (84.5%)2,944 (15.5%)
Material Moving19,765 (69.4%)8,721 (30.6%)
Total (Category)51,996 (73.5%)18,796 (26.6%)
Total (Overall)249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

Employment Industries in Columbus

The major employment industries in Columbus include Health Care & Social Assistance (75,102 | 15.5%), Retail Trade (58,112 | 12.0%), Educational Services (43,430 | 9.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (37,608 | 7.8%), and Professional & Scientific (37,350 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Columbus

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

The Columbus industries that see more men than women are Construction (86.6%), Transportation & Warehousing (73.4%), and Manufacturing (71.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (76.9%), Educational Services (60.8%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (59.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting397 (46.4%)458 (53.6%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction133 (40.1%)199 (59.9%)
Construction18,304 (86.6%)2,845 (13.5%)
Manufacturing25,694 (71.9%)10,035 (28.1%)
Wholesale Trade7,109 (64.9%)3,846 (35.1%)
Retail Trade30,681 (52.8%)27,431 (47.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing24,961 (73.4%)9,043 (26.6%)
Utilities2,370 (71.6%)942 (28.4%)
Information6,319 (61.0%)4,033 (39.0%)
Finance & Insurance17,575 (48.1%)18,995 (51.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing3,493 (52.1%)3,212 (47.9%)
Professional & Scientific21,780 (58.3%)15,570 (41.7%)
Enterprise Management259 (44.4%)324 (55.6%)
Administrative & Support13,332 (59.0%)9,278 (41.0%)
Educational Services17,034 (39.2%)26,396 (60.8%)
Health Care & Social Assistance17,371 (23.1%)57,731 (76.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation5,155 (51.4%)4,866 (48.6%)
Accommodation & Food Services17,655 (46.9%)19,953 (53.1%)
Public Administration9,914 (52.0%)9,141 (48.0%)
Total249,082 (51.5%)234,399 (48.5%)

Education in Columbus

School Enrollment in Columbus

The most common levels of schooling among the 226,137 students in Columbus are college / undergraduate (61,849 | 27.4%), elementary school (43,186 | 19.1%), and high school (39,729 | 17.6%).
School Enrollment in Columbus
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool10,9484.8%
Kindergarten11,6135.1%
Elementary School43,18619.1%
Middle School39,12517.3%
High School39,72917.6%
College / Undergraduate61,84927.4%
Graduate / Professional19,6878.7%
Total226,137100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus

Out of a total of 226,137 students who are enrolled in schools in Columbus, 38,217 (16.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 187,920 (83.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 3,213 (37.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 19,614 (89.1% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds5,478 (63.0%)3,213 (37.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old40,480 (81.1%)9,440 (18.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds43,103 (84.4%)7,945 (15.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds24,284 (86.6%)3,770 (13.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19,614 (89.1%)2,389 (10.9%)
20 to 24 Year Olds29,711 (88.0%)4,042 (12.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds17,499 (81.3%)4,027 (18.7%)
35 Years and over7,834 (70.3%)3,308 (29.7%)
Total187,920 (83.1%)38,217 (16.9%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbus

Business (49,296 | 19.7%), education (23,019 | 9.2%), science & technology (22,679 | 9.1%), social sciences (20,007 | 8.0%), and bio, nature & agricultural (17,959 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 250,150 individuals in Columbus who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbus
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics14,2145.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural17,9597.2%
Physical & Health Sciences6,3912.5%
Psychology12,3214.9%
Social Sciences20,0078.0%
Engineering16,0726.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies3,2091.3%
Science & Technology22,6799.1%
Business49,29619.7%
Education23,0199.2%
Literature & Languages12,9885.2%
Liberal Arts & History9,9684.0%
Visual & Performing Arts12,0774.8%
Communications14,5265.8%
Arts & Humanities15,4246.2%
Total250,150100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Columbus

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Columbus are males with 2 vehicles (113,555, accounting for 46.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (99,378, making up 50.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle9,147 (3.8%)8,778 (3.9%)
1 Vehicle67,078 (27.7%)74,209 (32.8%)
2 Vehicles113,555 (46.8%)99,378 (44.0%)
3 Vehicles34,482 (14.2%)28,930 (12.8%)
4 Vehicles12,528 (5.2%)9,982 (4.4%)
5 or more Vehicles5,732 (2.4%)4,723 (2.1%)
Total242,522 (100.0%)226,000 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbus

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Columbus are 20 to 24 minutes (86,966 commuters, 21.3%), 15 to 19 minutes (82,702 commuters, 20.3%), and 10 to 14 minutes (58,298 commuters, 14.3%).
Commute Time in Columbus
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes7,0401.7%
5 to 9 Minutes34,7078.5%
10 to 14 Minutes58,29814.3%
15 to 19 Minutes82,70220.3%
20 to 24 Minutes86,96621.3%
25 to 29 Minutes37,9399.3%
30 to 34 Minutes54,25613.3%
35 to 39 Minutes9,8662.4%
40 to 44 Minutes9,3442.3%
45 to 59 Minutes13,3203.3%
60 to 89 Minutes8,4982.1%
90 or more Minutes5,3881.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbus

The most common commute times in Columbus are 20 to 24 minutes (46,100 commuters, 21.5%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (41,111 commuters, 21.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Columbus
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes3,961 (1.8%)3,079 (1.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes17,990 (8.4%)16,717 (8.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes29,228 (13.7%)29,070 (14.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes41,591 (19.5%)41,111 (21.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes46,100 (21.5%)40,866 (21.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes20,322 (9.5%)17,617 (9.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes28,674 (13.4%)25,582 (13.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes5,215 (2.4%)4,651 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes5,422 (2.5%)3,922 (2.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes7,548 (3.5%)5,772 (3.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes4,664 (2.2%)3,834 (2.0%)
90 or more Minutes3,175 (1.5%)2,213 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus

The most frequent times of departure to work in Columbus are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (26,476, 12.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (27,203, 14.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11,055 (5.2%)6,061 (3.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM7,115 (3.3%)4,667 (2.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM10,243 (4.8%)7,945 (4.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM14,867 (7.0%)12,622 (6.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM19,338 (9.0%)16,304 (8.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM26,476 (12.4%)27,203 (14.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM21,611 (10.1%)25,635 (13.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM23,391 (10.9%)23,819 (12.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM13,136 (6.1%)13,217 (6.8%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM16,845 (7.9%)14,840 (7.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM6,093 (2.9%)6,587 (3.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM3,785 (1.8%)3,033 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM21,879 (10.2%)17,046 (8.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM18,056 (8.4%)15,455 (8.0%)
Total213,890 (100.0%)194,434 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus

Of the total 382,140 dwellings in Columbus, owner-occupied units account for 170,936 (44.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 211,204 (55.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units170,93644.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units211,20455.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units382,140100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household138,16336.2%
2-Person Household125,36332.8%
3-Person Household51,19013.4%
4+ Person Household67,42417.6%
Total Housing Units382,140100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household50,018 (36.2%)88,145 (63.8%)
2-Person Household61,842 (49.3%)63,521 (50.7%)
3-Person Household24,733 (48.3%)26,457 (51.7%)
4+ Person Household34,343 (50.9%)33,081 (49.1%)
Total Housing Units170,936 (44.7%)211,204 (55.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School9,506 (32.6%)19,685 (67.4%)
High School Diploma33,561 (40.1%)50,139 (59.9%)
College/Associate Degree45,648 (40.8%)66,084 (59.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher82,221 (52.2%)75,296 (47.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years123,10732.2%
35 to 44 Years72,40319.0%
45 to 54 Years61,13016.0%
55 to 64 Years60,76015.9%
65 to 74 Years40,02310.5%
75 to 84 Years17,2064.5%
85 Years and Over7,5112.0%
Total382,140100.0%

Housing Finances in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied170,936 (44.7%)$87,786
Renter-Occupied211,204 (55.3%)$48,564
Average382,140 (100.0%)$62,994

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0003,025 (1.8%)10,332 (4.9%)
$5,000 to $9,9991,491 (0.9%)6,514 (3.1%)
$10,000 to $14,9993,037 (1.8%)14,376 (6.8%)
$15,000 to $19,9993,362 (2.0%)11,371 (5.4%)
$20,000 to $24,9994,005 (2.3%)10,080 (4.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9999,789 (5.7%)21,379 (10.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99917,708 (10.4%)34,436 (16.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99928,046 (16.4%)43,295 (20.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99926,872 (15.7%)24,987 (11.8%)
$100,000 to $149,99938,766 (22.7%)23,334 (11.1%)
$150,000 or more34,835 (20.4%)11,100 (5.3%)
Total170,936 (100.0%)211,204 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3004,579 (2.7%)5,146 (2.4%)
$300 to $49913,269 (7.8%)4,644 (2.2%)
$500 to $79926,358 (15.4%)21,019 (10.0%)
$800 to $99918,160 (10.6%)36,444 (17.3%)
$1,000 to $1,49946,639 (27.3%)95,164 (45.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99934,854 (20.4%)33,428 (15.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49915,854 (9.3%)7,835 (3.7%)
$2,500 to $2,9996,151 (3.6%)2,023 (1.0%)
$3,000 or more5,072 (3.0%)1,599 (0.8%)
Total170,936 (100.0%)211,204 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached178,33546.7%
Single Unit, Attached37,5839.8%
2 Unit Apartments14,1063.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments34,5209.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments43,62911.4%
10 or more Apartments71,02118.6%
Mobile Home / Other2,9460.8%
Total382,140100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached141,453 (79.3%)36,882 (20.7%)
Single Unit, Attached18,515 (49.3%)19,068 (50.7%)
2 Unit Apartments1,134 (8.0%)12,972 (92.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2,587 (7.5%)31,933 (92.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2,486 (5.7%)41,143 (94.3%)
10 or more Apartments2,810 (4.0%)68,211 (96.0%)
Mobile Home / Other1,951 (66.2%)995 (33.8%)
Total170,936 (44.7%)211,204 (55.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbus

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbus
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room414 (0.2%)6,508 (3.1%)
2 or 3 Rooms3,757 (2.2%)57,882 (27.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms48,960 (28.6%)104,758 (49.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms72,730 (42.5%)33,098 (15.7%)
8 or more Rooms45,075 (26.4%)8,958 (4.2%)
Total170,936 (100.0%)211,204 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas140,802 (82.4%)108,986 (51.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas2,032 (1.2%)3,260 (1.5%)
Electricity27,052 (15.8%)97,236 (46.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene208 (0.1%)262 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke5 (0.0%)47 (0.0%)
All other Fuels419 (0.3%)562 (0.3%)
No Fuel Used418 (0.2%)851 (0.4%)
Total170,936 (100.0%)211,204 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle4,322 (2.5%)27,136 (12.9%)
1 Vehicle56,379 (33.0%)108,497 (51.4%)
2 Vehicles77,855 (45.6%)61,068 (28.9%)
3 or more Vehicles32,380 (18.9%)14,503 (6.9%)
Total170,936 (100.0%)211,204 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbus

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbus

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units50,231120,705
Median Property Value$186,000$221,200
Median Household Income$63,175$27,770
Monthly Housing Costs$597$4,753
Real Estate Taxes$2,734$2,350

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0004,064 (8.1%)2,615 (2.2%)
$50,000 to $99,9997,816 (15.6%)9,207 (7.6%)
$100,000 to $299,99927,210 (54.2%)78,531 (65.1%)
$300,000 to $499,9998,727 (17.4%)24,869 (20.6%)
$500,000 to $749,9991,268 (2.5%)4,111 (3.4%)
$750,000 to $999,999531 (1.1%)886 (0.7%)
$1,000,000 or more615 (1.2%)486 (0.4%)
Total50,231 (100.0%)120,705 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002,160 (4.3%)2,242 (1.9%)
$10,000 to $24,9995,643 (11.2%)2,356 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $34,9994,417 (8.8%)4,761 (3.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9997,347 (14.6%)5,372 (4.4%)
$50,000 to $74,9999,072 (18.1%)10,361 (8.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9996,774 (13.5%)18,974 (15.7%)
$100,000 to $149,9997,753 (15.4%)20,098 (16.7%)
$150,000 or more7,065 (14.1%)31,013 (25.7%)
Total50,231 (100.0%)120,705 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbus

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbus
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x18,254 (36.3%)97,642 (80.9%)
2.0x to 2.9x9,377 (18.7%)49,910 (41.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x6,481 (12.9%)33,290 (27.6%)
4.0x or more15,233 (30.3%)16,019 (13.3%)
Total50,231 (100.0%)120,705 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8004,924 (9.8%)628 (0.5%)
$800 to $1,4997,719 (15.4%)6,186 (5.1%)
$800 to $1,49935,805 (71.3%)13,001 (10.8%)
Total50,231 (100.0%)120,705 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years69,017 (95.9%)2,938 (4.1%)
6 to 18 Years130,985 (93.9%)8,548 (6.1%)
19 to 25 Years97,584 (87.7%)13,672 (12.3%)
26 to 34 Years140,737 (85.7%)23,524 (14.3%)
35 to 44 Years107,109 (87.9%)14,738 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years87,808 (89.1%)10,697 (10.9%)
55 to 64 Years85,883 (90.6%)8,942 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years58,684 (98.2%)1,093 (1.8%)
75 Years and older34,434 (99.1%)326 (0.9%)
Total812,241 (90.6%)84,478 (9.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born69,017 (95.9%)2,938 (4.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen130,985 (93.9%)8,548 (6.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen97,584 (87.7%)13,672 (12.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000111,803 (88.7%)14,201 (11.3%)
$25,000 to $49,999149,607 (87.7%)21,025 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999135,546 (87.8%)18,759 (12.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999115,712 (89.5%)13,498 (10.4%)
$100,000 and over282,752 (94.5%)16,451 (5.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 636,736 (51.0%)34,459 (47.9%)
6 to 18 Years68,365 (49.0%)68,636 (49.2%)
19 to 25 Years19,749 (17.7%)79,975 (71.9%)
25 to 34 Years29,165 (17.8%)114,180 (69.5%)
35 to 44 Years26,599 (21.8%)83,440 (68.5%)
45 to 54 Years20,692 (21.0%)69,726 (70.8%)
55 to 64 Years25,421 (26.8%)64,354 (67.9%)
65 to 74 Years54,872 (91.8%)30,271 (50.6%)
75 Years and over33,851 (97.4%)19,130 (55.0%)
Total315,450 (35.2%)564,171 (62.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years347 (1.1%)278 (0.9%)
5 to 17 Years5,921 (8.6%)3,687 (5.4%)
18 to 34 Years10,785 (7.5%)11,645 (8.0%)
35 to 64 Years19,147 (12.2%)22,378 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years7,326 (27.2%)8,809 (26.8%)
75 Years and over5,886 (45.4%)11,109 (51.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years223 (0.7%)157 (0.5%)
5 to 17 Years432 (0.6%)292 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years797 (0.6%)838 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years3,728 (2.4%)2,901 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,891 (10.7%)1,785 (5.4%)
75 Years and over2,783 (21.5%)3,705 (17.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years141 (0.4%)121 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years532 (0.8%)661 (1.0%)
18 to 34 Years1,618 (1.1%)1,730 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years3,737 (2.4%)3,516 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,528 (5.7%)1,598 (4.9%)
75 Years and over1,179 (9.1%)2,353 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4,988 (7.2%)2,477 (3.7%)
18 to 34 Years7,603 (5.3%)7,984 (5.5%)
35 to 64 Years8,918 (5.7%)9,854 (6.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,703 (6.3%)1,958 (6.0%)
75 Years and over2,187 (16.9%)2,761 (12.7%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years510 (0.7%)492 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years1,460 (1.0%)1,633 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years9,254 (5.9%)12,424 (7.9%)
65 to 74 Years3,854 (14.3%)6,418 (19.5%)
75 Years and over3,606 (27.8%)7,968 (36.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,319 (1.9%)801 (1.2%)
18 to 34 Years866 (0.6%)743 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years3,315 (2.1%)4,322 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years1,335 (5.0%)1,898 (5.8%)
75 Years and over1,726 (13.3%)3,020 (13.9%)

Technology Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop301,02578.8%
Smartphone347,80491.0%
Tablet242,70063.5%
No Computing Device16,8564.4%
Total382,140100.0%

Internet Access in Columbus

Internet Access in Columbus
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet3620.1%
Broadband Home306,33980.2%
Cellular Data Only35,7259.3%
Satellite Internet15,5294.1%
No Internet32,8508.6%
Total382,140100.0%

Columbus Summary

Columbus, Ohio is the capital of the state of Ohio and the most populous city in the state. It is located in the center of the state, along the Scioto River. The city has a population of 879,170 as of 2019, making it the 14th most populous city in the United States.

History

The area that is now Columbus was first settled by Native Americans in the late 17th century. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1797, led by Christopher Columbus. The city was founded in 1812 and named after the explorer.
In the 19th century, Columbus became an important industrial center, with the construction of the Ohio and Erie Canal and the National Road. The city also became a major transportation hub, with the completion of the Columbus and Xenia Railroad in 1851.
In the 20th century, Columbus experienced a period of rapid growth, becoming the largest city in Ohio by 1950. The city has continued to grow since then, becoming a major center for business, education, and culture.

Geography

Columbus is located in the center of the state of Ohio, along the Scioto River. The city is situated in the Appalachian Plateau region, with rolling hills and valleys. The city is located at an elevation of 797 feet above sea level.
The city has a total area of 217.2 square miles, of which 214.5 square miles is land and 2.7 square miles is water. The city is divided into four quadrants: North, South, East, and West.

Economy

Columbus is a major economic center in the Midwest. The city is home to several Fortune 500 companies, including Nationwide Insurance, American Electric Power, and Cardinal Health. The city is also home to several major universities, including Ohio State University, which is the largest university in the state.
The city's economy is also driven by the service industry, with a large number of restaurants, hotels, and other businesses. The city is also home to several major sports teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets of the National Hockey League and the Columbus Crew of Major League Soccer.

Demographics

As of 2019, the population of Columbus was 879,170. The city has a population density of 4,068 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city is 63.2% White, 28.2% African American, 3.3% Asian, and 5.3% other.
The median household income in Columbus is $50,867, and the median age is 33. The city has a poverty rate of 22.3%, and the unemployment rate is 4.2%.

Conclusion

Columbus, Ohio is the capital of the state of Ohio and the most populous city in the state. It is located in the center of the state, along the Scioto River. The city has a population of 879,170 as of 2019, making it the 14th most populous city in the United States. Columbus is a major economic center in the Midwest, with several Fortune 500 companies and major universities. The city also has a diverse population, with a median household income of $50,867 and a poverty rate of 22.3%.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbus?
Total Population of Columbus is 902,449.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbus?
Total Male Population of Columbus is 443,734.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbus?
Total Female Population of Columbus is 458,715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbus?
There are 96.73 Males per 100 Females in Columbus.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbus?
There are 103.38 Females per 100 Males in Columbus.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbus?
Median Population Age in Columbus is 32.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbus
Average Family Size in Columbus is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbus
Average Household Size in Columbus is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbus?
Per Capita income in Columbus is $35,640.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbus?
Median Family Income in Columbus is $77,105.
What is the Median Household income in Columbus?
Median Household Income in Columbus is $62,994.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Columbus?
Income or Wage Gap in Columbus is 19.0%.
Women in Columbus earn 81.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Columbus?
Family Income Deficit in Columbus is $11,507.
Families that are below poverty line in Columbus earn $11,507 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbus?
There are 510,323 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbus.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbus?
70.5% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbus.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbus?
Unemployment Rate in Columbus is 5.2%.