West Columbia, TX
West Columbia Map
West Columbia Overview
3,641
TOTAL POPULATION
1,549
MALE POPULATION
2,092
FEMALE POPULATION
74.04
MALES / 100 FEMALES
135.05
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$28,933
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,587
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$70,086
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
44.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
55.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.36
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,837
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
West Columbia Zip Codes
West Columbia Area Codes
Race in West Columbia
The most populous races in West Columbia are White / Caucasian (2,575 | 70.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1,416 | 38.9%), and Some other Race (525 | 14.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 30 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 216 | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,416 | 38.9% |
| Native / Alaskan | 135 | 3.7% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,575 | 70.7% |
| Two or more Races | 160 | 4.4% |
| Some other Race | 525 | 14.4% |
| Total | 3,641 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in West Columbia
The most populous ancestries reported in West Columbia are Mexican (1,404 | 38.6%), German (391 | 10.7%), American (281 | 7.7%), Irish (261 | 7.2%), and English (240 | 6.6%), together accounting for 70.8% of all West Columbia residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 281 | 7.7% |
| Arab | 37 | 1.0% |
| Belgian | 38 | 1.0% |
| Cherokee | 17 | 0.5% |
| Choctaw | 12 | 0.3% |
| Comanche | 12 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 211 | 5.8% |
| Danish | 21 | 0.6% |
| Dutch | 22 | 0.6% |
| English | 240 | 6.6% |
| European | 54 | 1.5% |
| French | 30 | 0.8% |
| French Canadian | 14 | 0.4% |
| German | 391 | 10.7% |
| Irish | 261 | 7.2% |
| Mexican | 1,404 | 38.6% |
| Mexican American Indian | 12 | 0.3% |
| Polish | 31 | 0.9% |
| Potawatomi | 22 | 0.6% |
| Russian | 19 | 0.5% |
| Scandinavian | 12 | 0.3% |
| Scotch-Irish | 33 | 0.9% |
| Scottish | 22 | 0.6% |
| Spaniard | 12 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 6 | 0.2% |
| Ukrainian | 35 | 1.0% | View All 26 Rows |
Immigrants in West Columbia
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in West Columbia came from Central America (413 | 11.3%), Latin America (413 | 11.3%), Mexico (413 | 11.3%), Asia (30 | 0.8%), and Europe (30 | 0.8%), together accounting for 35.7% of all West Columbia residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Asia | 30 | 0.8% |
| Central America | 413 | 11.3% |
| Eastern Europe | 16 | 0.4% |
| Europe | 30 | 0.8% |
| Latin America | 413 | 11.3% |
| Mexico | 413 | 11.3% |
| Northern Europe | 14 | 0.4% |
| Pakistan | 30 | 0.8% |
| South Central Asia | 30 | 0.8% |
| Ukraine | 16 | 0.4% | View All 10 Rows |
Sex and Age in West Columbia
Sex and Age in West Columbia
The most populous age groups in West Columbia are 5 to 9 Years (185 | 11.9%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (269 | 12.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 45 (2.9%) | 112 (5.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 185 (11.9%) | 95 (4.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 112 (7.2%) | 108 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 106 (6.8%) | 112 (5.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 146 (9.4%) | 269 (12.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 81 (5.2%) | 115 (5.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 72 (4.6%) | 81 (3.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 65 (4.2%) | 87 (4.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 117 (7.5%) | 88 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 51 (3.3%) | 166 (7.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 184 (11.9%) | 133 (6.4%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 49 (3.2%) | 239 (11.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 66 (4.3%) | 57 (2.7%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 161 (10.4%) | 149 (7.1%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 72 (4.6%) | 111 (5.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (1.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 8 (0.5%) | 88 (4.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 29 (1.9%) | 51 (2.4%) |
| Total | 1,549 (100.0%) | 2,092 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in West Columbia
Median Family Size in West Columbia
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 773 (87.0%) | 3.32 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 116 (13.1%) | 3.82 |
| Total Families | 889 (100.0%) | 3.38 |
Median Household Size in West Columbia
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 773 (55.8%) | 3.32 |
| Single Male/Father | 0 (0.0%) | - |
| Single Female/Mother | 116 (8.4%) | 3.82 |
| Non-family | 495 (35.8%) | 1.27 |
| Total Households | 1,384 (100.0%) | 2.63 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in West Columbia
Out of a total of 1,384 households in West Columbia, 889 (64.2%) are family households, while 495 (35.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 404, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 386.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 386 (27.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 281 (20.3%) | 109 (7.9%) |
| 3-Person Households | 404 (29.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 71 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 82 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 20 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 31 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 889 (64.2%) | 495 (35.8%) |
Female Fertility in West Columbia
Fertility by Age in West Columbia
Average fertility rate in West Columbia is 43.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 86.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 40 (100.0%) | 86.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 40 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in West Columbia
65.0% of women with births (40) in West Columbia are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 35.0% 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 35.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 26 (65.0%) | 14 (35.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26 (65.0%) | 14 (35.0%) |
Fertility by Education in West Columbia
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 14 (35.0%) | 41.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26 (65.0%) | 203.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 40 (100.0%) | 43.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in West Columbia
35.0% of women with births in West Columbia 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 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 26 (65.0%) | 14 (35.0%) |
Income in West Columbia
Income Overview in West Columbia
Per Capita Income in West Columbia is $28,933, while median incomes of families and households are $85,587 and $70,086 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 3,641 | $28,933 |
| Median Family Income | 889 | $85,587 |
| Mean Family Income | 889 | $86,513 |
| Median Household Income | 1,384 | $70,086 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,384 | $74,027 |
| Income Deficit | 889 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 3,641 | 44.06% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 3,641 | 55.94¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 3,641 | 0.36 |
Earnings by Sex in West Columbia
Average Earnings in West Columbia are $29,885, $41,703 for men and $23,328 for women, a difference of 44.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 989 (51.2%) | $41,703 |
| Female | 943 (48.8%) | $23,328 |
| Total | 1,932 (100.0%) | $29,885 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in West Columbia
The most common earnings brackets in West Columbia are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (183 | 18.5%) and $2,499 or less for women (101 | 10.7%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 29 (2.9%) | 101 (10.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 16 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 118 (11.9%) | 27 (2.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 78 (8.3%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 67 (6.8%) | 40 (4.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 5 (0.5%) | 51 (5.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 13 (1.3%) | 99 (10.5%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 31 (3.3%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 60 (6.1%) | 20 (2.1%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (7.9%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 47 (4.8%) | 95 (10.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 89 (9.0%) | 42 (4.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 11 (1.1%) | 8 (0.9%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 92 (9.3%) | 12 (1.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 66 (6.7%) | 46 (4.9%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 18 (1.9%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 16 (1.6%) | 72 (7.6%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 53 (5.4%) | 32 (3.4%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 183 (18.5%) | 9 (0.9%) |
| $100,000+ | 124 (12.5%) | 88 (9.3%) |
| Total | 989 (100.0%) | 943 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in West Columbia
Average earnings in West Columbia are $46,250 for men and $26,326 for women, a difference of 43.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $65,461, while those with bachelor's degree education earn the least with $65,461. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $60,060, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,838.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | - | - |
| College or Associate's Degree | - | - |
| Bachelor's Degree | $65,461 | $60,060 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $46,250 | $26,326 |
Family Income in West Columbia
Family Income Brackets in West Columbia
According to the West Columbia family income data, there are 190 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 56 | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 189 | 21.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 16 | 1.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 118 | 13.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 173 | 19.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 190 | 21.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 147 | 16.5% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in West Columbia
3-person families (404 | 45.4%) account for the highest median family income in West Columbia with $86,837 per family, while 2-person families (281 | 31.6%) have the highest median income of $34,716 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 281 (31.6%) | $69,432 |
| 3-Person Families | 404 (45.4%) | $86,837 |
| 4-Person Families | 71 (8.0%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 82 (9.2%) | $84,615 |
| 6-Person Families | 20 (2.2%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 31 (3.5%) | $0 |
| Total | 889 (100.0%) | $85,587 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in West Columbia
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 100 (11.3%) | $80,385 |
| 1 Earner | 296 (33.3%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 391 (44.0%) | $101,016 |
| 3+ Earners | 102 (11.5%) | $115,662 |
| Total | 889 (100.0%) | $85,587 |
Household Income in West Columbia
Household Income Brackets in West Columbia
With 278 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in West Columbia, accounting for 20.1% of all households.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 40 | 2.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 212 | 15.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 210 | 15.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 94 | 6.8% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 201 | 14.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 202 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 278 | 20.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 147 | 10.6% |
| $200,000+ | 0 | 0.0% |
Household Income by Householder Age in West Columbia
The median household income in West Columbia is $70,086, with the highest median household income of $101,328 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 561 households (40.5%) 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 58 households (4.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 58 (4.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 353 (25.5%) | $83,221 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 561 (40.5%) | $101,328 |
| 65+ Years | 412 (29.8%) | $31,368 |
| Total | 1,384 (100.0%) | $70,086 |
Poverty in West Columbia
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in West Columbia
With 6.1% poverty level for males and 11.3% for females among the residents of West Columbia, 6 to 11 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 78 males (35.6%) and 54 females (31.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 78 (35.6%) | 10 (10.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (6.1%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (25.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 12 (7.8%) | 19 (9.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (2.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 5 (2.1%) | 22 (7.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 13 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (10.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (31.8%) |
| Total | 95 (6.1%) | 237 (11.3%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in West Columbia
According to the poverty statistics in West Columbia, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 45 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
| 5 Years | 18 (100.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 141 (64.4%) | 90 (90.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 60 (100.0%) | 77 (93.9%) |
| 15 Years | 57 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 3 (100.0%) | 41 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 189 (100.0%) | 242 (74.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 141 (92.2%) | 176 (90.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 182 (100.0%) | 171 (97.7%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 230 (97.9%) | 277 (92.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 115 (100.0%) | 283 (95.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 233 (100.0%) | 233 (89.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (100.0%) | 116 (68.2%) |
| Total | 1,451 (93.9%) | 1,854 (88.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in West Columbia
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in West Columbia show that 0.6% or 5 of the total 773 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 6.5%, comprising of 5 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 392 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 304 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 72 (93.5%) | 5 (6.5%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 768 (99.4%) | 5 (0.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in West Columbia
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (40.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 41 (35.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in West Columbia
The poverty data for West Columbia shows that 5 of the married-couple family households (0.6%) and 41 of the single-parent households (35.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 5 households (6.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 19 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (40.7%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 5 (6.5%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5 (0.6%) | 41 (35.3%) |
Employment Characteristics in West Columbia
Employment by Class of Employer in West Columbia
Among the 1,620 employed individuals in West Columbia, private company employees (1,245 | 76.8%), federal government employees (93 | 5.7%), and local government employees (86 | 5.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,245 | 76.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 35 | 2.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 49 | 3.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 31 | 1.9% |
| Local Government Employees | 86 | 5.3% |
| State Government Employees | 81 | 5.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 93 | 5.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,620 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in West Columbia
According to the labor force statistics for West Columbia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,912), 63.1% or 1,837 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.5% or 101 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 94.4% or 272 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 73.3% or 44 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 60 (41.1%) | 44 (73.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 330 (79.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 148 (75.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 138 (90.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 329 (92.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 354 (66.3%) | 10 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 272 (94.4%) | 38 (14.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 64 (52.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 135 (27.4%) | 10 (7.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 8 (3.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,837 (63.1%) | 101 (5.5%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in West Columbia
According to labor force statistics for West Columbia, 79.0% of individuals (1,304) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,651) are in the labor force, with 3.7% or 48 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 82.6% or 295 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 8.6% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 254 (70.9%) | 14 (3.9%) |
| High School Diploma | 316 (79.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 440 (81.9%) | 46 (8.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 295 (82.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,304 (79.0%) | 61 (3.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in West Columbia
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Columbia are Community & Social Service (115 | 6.6%), Education Instruction & Library (84 | 4.8%), Management (61 | 3.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (46 | 2.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (42 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in West Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 30 (49.2%) | 31 (50.8%) |
| Business & Financial | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 37 (80.4%) | 9 (19.6%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 78 (67.8%) | 37 (32.2%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 47 (55.9%) | 37 (44.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 42 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 145 (52.0%) | 134 (48.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in West Columbia are Food Preparation & Serving (192 | 11.1%), Healthcare Support (162 | 9.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (94 | 5.4%), Personal Care & Service (19 | 1.1%), and Security & Protection (8 | 0.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in West Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Personal Care & Service (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (86.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (73.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 162 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 26 (13.5%) | 166 (86.5%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 25 (26.6%) | 69 (73.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 78 (16.4%) | 397 (83.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in West Columbia are Office & Administration (302 | 17.4%), and Sales & Related (79 | 4.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 72 (91.1%) | 7 (8.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 68 (22.5%) | 234 (77.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 140 (36.7%) | 241 (63.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in West Columbia are Construction & Extraction (160 | 9.2%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (152 | 8.8%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 160 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 152 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 312 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in West Columbia are Production (176 | 10.1%), Material Moving (76 | 4.4%), and Transportation (37 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 176 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 37 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Material Moving | 31 (40.8%) | 45 (59.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 244 (84.4%) | 45 (15.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in West Columbia
Employment Industries in West Columbia
The major employment industries in West Columbia include Manufacturing (318 | 18.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (238 | 13.7%), Retail Trade (210 | 12.1%), Construction (150 | 8.6%), and Educational Services (148 | 8.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in West Columbia
The West Columbia industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Utilities (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%), Public Administration (89.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (89.1%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 17 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 126 (84.0%) | 24 (16.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 216 (67.9%) | 102 (32.1%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 84 (40.0%) | 126 (60.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 108 (87.8%) | 15 (12.2%) |
| Utilities | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 8 (36.4%) | 14 (63.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 31 (67.4%) | 15 (32.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 14 (23.3%) | 46 (76.7%) |
| Educational Services | 67 (45.3%) | 81 (54.7%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 26 (10.9%) | 212 (89.1%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 0 (0.0%) | 95 (100.0%) |
| Public Administration | 8 (10.1%) | 71 (89.9%) |
| Total | 919 (52.9%) | 817 (47.1%) |
Education in West Columbia
School Enrollment in West Columbia
The most common levels of schooling among the 848 students in West Columbia are middle school (215 | 25.4%), elementary school (211 | 24.9%), and high school (172 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 22 | 2.6% |
| Kindergarten | 43 | 5.1% |
| Elementary School | 211 | 24.9% |
| Middle School | 215 | 25.4% |
| High School | 172 | 20.3% |
| College / Undergraduate | 145 | 17.1% |
| Graduate / Professional | 40 | 4.7% |
| Total | 848 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in West Columbia
Out of a total of 848 students who are enrolled in schools in West Columbia, 102 (12.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 746 (88.0%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 5 to 9 year old has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 68 (27.3% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 22 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 22 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 181 (72.7%) | 68 (27.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 205 (93.2%) | 15 (6.8%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 114 (97.4%) | 3 (2.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 101 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 24 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 87 (84.5%) | 16 (15.5%) |
| Total | 746 (88.0%) | 102 (12.0%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in West Columbia
Education (131 | 23.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (124 | 22.1%), arts & humanities (77 | 13.7%), business (66 | 11.8%), and visual & performing arts (51 | 9.1%) are the most common fields of study among 561 individuals in West Columbia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 0 | 0.0% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 124 | 22.1% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 13 | 2.3% |
| Psychology | 0 | 0.0% |
| Social Sciences | 44 | 7.8% |
| Engineering | 0 | 0.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 0 | 0.0% |
| Science & Technology | 41 | 7.3% |
| Business | 66 | 11.8% |
| Education | 131 | 23.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 0 | 0.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 0 | 0.0% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 51 | 9.1% |
| Communications | 14 | 2.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 77 | 13.7% |
| Total | 561 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in West Columbia
Vehicle Availability by Sex in West Columbia
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in West Columbia are males with 2 vehicles (516, accounting for 57.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (296, making up 71.9%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 156 (17.3%) | 269 (37.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 516 (57.3%) | 296 (41.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 135 (15.0%) | 81 (11.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 31 (3.4%) | 41 (5.7%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 63 (7.0%) | 31 (4.3%) |
| Total | 901 (100.0%) | 718 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in West Columbia
The most frequently occuring commute durations in West Columbia are 30 to 34 minutes (530 commuters, 35.3%), 45 to 59 minutes (192 commuters, 12.8%), and less than 5 minutes (177 commuters, 11.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 177 | 11.8% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 42 | 2.8% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 122 | 8.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 56 | 3.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 89 | 5.9% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 24 | 1.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 530 | 35.3% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 14 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 92 | 6.1% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 192 | 12.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 164 | 10.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
Commute Time by Sex in West Columbia
The most common commute times in West Columbia are 30 to 34 minutes (312 commuters, 34.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (218 commuters, 36.3%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 68 (7.5%) | 109 (18.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1 (0.1%) | 41 (6.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 35 (3.9%) | 87 (14.5%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 56 (9.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 89 (9.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 24 (2.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 312 (34.6%) | 218 (36.3%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (2.3%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 77 (8.5%) | 15 (2.5%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 132 (14.6%) | 60 (10.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 164 (18.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in West Columbia
The most frequent times of departure to work in West Columbia are 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM (191, 21.2%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (167, 27.8%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 45 (5.0%) | 30 (5.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 86 (9.5%) | 20 (3.3%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 59 (6.5%) | 22 (3.7%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 191 (21.2%) | 86 (14.3%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 28 (4.7%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 104 (11.5%) | 167 (27.8%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 5 (0.5%) | 51 (8.5%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 75 (8.3%) | 36 (6.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 82 (9.1%) | 44 (7.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 118 (13.1%) | 16 (2.7%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (1.8%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 23 (2.5%) | 65 (10.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 114 (12.6%) | 24 (4.0%) |
| Total | 902 (100.0%) | 600 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in West Columbia
Occupancy by Ownership in West Columbia
Of the total 1,384 dwellings in West Columbia, owner-occupied units account for 883 (63.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 501 (36.2%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 883 | 63.8% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 501 | 36.2% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,384 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in West Columbia
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 386 | 27.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 390 | 28.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 404 | 29.2% |
| 4+ Person Household | 204 | 14.7% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,384 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in West Columbia
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 177 (45.9%) | 209 (54.1%) |
| 2-Person Household | 295 (75.6%) | 95 (24.4%) |
| 3-Person Household | 324 (80.2%) | 80 (19.8%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 87 (42.6%) | 117 (57.4%) |
| Total Housing Units | 883 (63.8%) | 501 (36.2%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in West Columbia
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 155 (46.7%) | 177 (53.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 189 (65.6%) | 99 (34.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 387 (91.5%) | 36 (8.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 152 (44.6%) | 189 (55.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in West Columbia
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 218 | 15.8% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 193 | 14.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 253 | 18.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 308 | 22.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 294 | 21.2% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 66 | 4.8% |
| 85 Years and Over | 52 | 3.8% |
| Total | 1,384 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in West Columbia
Median Income by Occupancy in West Columbia
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 883 (63.8%) | $72,435 |
| Renter-Occupied | 501 (36.2%) | $0 |
| Average | 1,384 (100.0%) | $70,086 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in West Columbia
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 27 (3.1%) | 13 (2.6%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 57 (6.5%) | 39 (7.8%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 42 (4.8%) | 74 (14.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 117 (13.3%) | 94 (18.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 43 (4.9%) | 51 (10.2%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 166 (18.8%) | 34 (6.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 132 (14.9%) | 70 (14.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 164 (18.6%) | 114 (22.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 135 (15.3%) | 12 (2.4%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in West Columbia
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 16 (1.8%) | 78 (15.6%) |
| $300 to $499 | 208 (23.6%) | 54 (10.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 229 (25.9%) | 19 (3.8%) |
| $800 to $999 | 129 (14.6%) | 107 (21.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 154 (17.4%) | 84 (16.8%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 132 (14.9%) | 45 (9.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 114 (22.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 15 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in West Columbia
Housing Structures in West Columbia
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,131 | 81.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 24 | 1.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 34 | 2.5% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 22 | 1.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 110 | 8.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 63 | 4.5% |
| Total | 1,384 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in West Columbia
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 839 (74.2%) | 292 (25.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (100.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 22 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 44 (69.8%) | 19 (30.2%) |
| Total | 883 (63.8%) | 501 (36.2%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in West Columbia
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (6.8%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 252 (28.5%) | 316 (63.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 452 (51.2%) | 145 (28.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 179 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in West Columbia
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 408 (46.2%) | 45 (9.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 30 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 445 (50.4%) | 442 (88.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in West Columbia
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 29 (3.3%) | 13 (2.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 248 (28.1%) | 339 (67.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 451 (51.1%) | 118 (23.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 155 (17.5%) | 31 (6.2%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 501 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in West Columbia
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in West Columbia
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 551 | 332 |
| Median Property Value | $103,900 | $198,400 |
| Median Household Income | $65,781 | $88 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $558 | $15 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,713 | $32 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in West Columbia
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 29 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 238 (43.2%) | 5 (1.5%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 284 (51.5%) | 254 (76.5%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (4.5%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 58 (17.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | 332 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in West Columbia
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (3.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 100 (18.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 117 (21.2%) | 26 (7.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 17 (3.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 56 (10.2%) | 26 (7.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 108 (19.6%) | 110 (33.1%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 106 (19.2%) | 24 (7.2%) |
| $150,000 or more | 47 (8.5%) | 58 (17.5%) |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | 332 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in West Columbia
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 289 (52.4%) | 78,167 (23,544.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 134 (24.3%) | 126 (38.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 29 (5.3%) | 81 (24.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 99 (18.0%) | 26 (7.8%) |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | 332 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in West Columbia
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 144 (26.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 63 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 344 (62.4%) | 15 (4.5%) |
| Total | 551 (100.0%) | 332 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in West Columbia
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Columbia
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 146 (74.5%) | 50 (25.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 504 (76.1%) | 158 (23.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 430 (84.8%) | 77 (15.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 123 (45.2%) | 149 (54.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 216 (60.5%) | 141 (39.5%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 404 (75.7%) | 130 (24.3%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 411 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 493 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 207 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,934 (80.6%) | 705 (19.4%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in West Columbia
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 146 (74.5%) | 50 (25.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 504 (76.1%) | 158 (23.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 430 (84.8%) | 77 (15.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in West Columbia
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 390 (95.4%) | 19 (4.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 707 (93.6%) | 48 (6.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 394 (84.2%) | 74 (15.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 276 (34.3%) | 528 (65.7%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,166 (97.1%) | 35 (2.9%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in West Columbia
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 117 (59.7%) | 29 (14.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 233 (35.2%) | 271 (40.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 98 (19.3%) | 332 (65.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 123 (45.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 8 (2.2%) | 208 (58.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 404 (75.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 51 (12.4%) | 360 (87.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 493 (100.0%) | 194 (39.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 207 (100.0%) | 125 (60.4%) |
| Total | 1,207 (33.2%) | 2,046 (56.2%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in West Columbia
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (3.8%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 43 (8.1%) | 249 (32.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 180 (77.2%) | 111 (42.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (78.4%) | 113 (66.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in West Columbia
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 164 (21.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 169 (72.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (78.4%) | 83 (48.8%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 12 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 110 (14.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 169 (72.5%) | 33 (12.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (4.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (16.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (3.8%) | 32 (6.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 57 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 51 (21.9%) | 61 (23.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 27 (15.9%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 33 (6.2%) | 143 (18.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (26.6%) | 47 (18.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 16 (43.2%) | 59 (34.7%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (4.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 57 (24.5%) | 14 (5.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (20.0%) |
Technology Access in West Columbia
Computing Device Access in West Columbia
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 926 | 66.9% |
| Smartphone | 1,157 | 83.6% |
| Tablet | 947 | 68.4% |
| No Computing Device | 150 | 10.8% |
| Total | 1,384 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in West Columbia
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 870 | 62.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 126 | 9.1% |
| Satellite Internet | 134 | 9.7% |
| No Internet | 268 | 19.4% |
| Total | 1,384 | 100.0% |
West Columbia Summary
West Columbia is a city located in Brazoria County, Texas, United States. It is located on the west bank of the Brazos River, approximately 50 miles southwest of Houston. The population was 3,905 at the 2010 census.
History
West Columbia was founded in 1826 by Stephen F. Austin and named after Columbia, the capital of Texas. The city was originally a trading post for the local Native American tribes. In 1836, the town was incorporated and became the county seat of Brazoria County.
In the late 19th century, West Columbia was a major port for the cotton industry. The city was also home to several large plantations, including the historic Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historic Site.
In the early 20th century, West Columbia was a major center for the oil industry. The city was home to several oil refineries and was the site of the first offshore oil well in the Gulf of Mexico.
Geography
West Columbia is located at 29°7′25″N 95°37′17″W (29.123611, -95.621389). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 square miles (10.9 km2), all of it land.
Economy
West Columbia is a major center for the oil and gas industry. The city is home to several oil refineries and is the site of the first offshore oil well in the Gulf of Mexico.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a large paper mill and a steel mill.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,845 people, 1,521 households, and 1,039 families residing in the city. The population density was 919.2 people per square mile (354.7/km2). There were 1,717 housing units at an average density of 412.3 per square mile (159.2/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 74.45% White, 17.45% African American, 0.36% Native American, 0.36% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 5.90% from other races, and 1.43% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.90% of the population.
There were 1,521 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.2% were married couples living together, 16.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.7% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 27.2% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 22.2% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $30,938, and the median income for a family was $37,917. Males had a median income of $31,250 versus $20,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 13.2% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 22.2% of those under age 18 and 11.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of West Columbia?
Total Population of West Columbia is 3,641.
What is the Total Male Population of West Columbia?
Total Male Population of West Columbia is 1,549.
What is the Total Female Population of West Columbia?
Total Female Population of West Columbia is 2,092.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in West Columbia?
There are 74.04 Males per 100 Females in West Columbia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in West Columbia?
There are 135.05 Females per 100 Males in West Columbia.
What is the Median Population Age in West Columbia?
Median Population Age in West Columbia is 40.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in West Columbia
Average Family Size in West Columbia is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in West Columbia
Average Household Size in West Columbia is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in West Columbia?
Per Capita income in West Columbia is $28,933.
What is the Median Family Income in West Columbia?
Median Family Income in West Columbia is $85,587.
What is the Median Household income in West Columbia?
Median Household Income in West Columbia is $70,086.
What is Income or Wage Gap in West Columbia?
Income or Wage Gap in West Columbia is 44.1%.
Women in West Columbia earn 55.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in West Columbia?
Inequality or Gini Index in West Columbia is 0.36.
How Large is the Labor Force in West Columbia?
There are 1,837 People in the Labor Forcein in West Columbia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in West Columbia?
63.1% of People are in the Labor Force in West Columbia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in West Columbia?
Unemployment Rate in West Columbia is 5.5%.