Columbia, MO

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Columbia Overview

126,172
TOTAL POPULATION
60,695
MALE POPULATION
65,477
FEMALE POPULATION
92.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.88
FEMALES / 100 MALES
28.8
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,625
PER CAPITA INCOME
$97,335
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$60,455
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
21.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
78.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,838
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.49
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
69,214
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
66.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.0%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbia Zip Codes

Columbia Area Codes

Race in Columbia

The most populous races in Columbia are White / Caucasian (95,350 | 75.6%), Black / African American (14,111 | 11.2%), and Asian (7,688 | 6.1%).
Race in Columbia
Race# Population% Population
Asian7,6886.1%
Black / African American14,11111.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific700.1%
Hispanic or Latino4,8953.9%
Native / Alaskan1960.2%
White / Caucasian95,35075.6%
Two or more Races7,4865.9%
Some other Race1,2711.0%
Total126,172100.0%

Ancestry in Columbia

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbia are German (30,409 | 24.1%), English (15,064 | 11.9%), Irish (14,780 | 11.7%), American (6,600 | 5.2%), and Italian (4,225 | 3.4%), together accounting for 56.3% of all Columbia residents.
Ancestry in Columbia
Ancestry# Population% Population
African5400.4%
Albanian460.0%
American6,6005.2%
Apache350.0%
Arab7870.6%
Armenian330.0%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac180.0%
Australian890.1%
Austrian2800.2%
Barbadian70.0%
Belgian3300.3%
Belizean50.0%
Bhutanese6790.5%
Blackfeet1100.1%
Bolivian560.0%
Brazilian190.0%
British1,2641.0%
Bulgarian2990.2%
Burmese1,3151.0%
Cajun530.0%
Cambodian190.0%
Canadian1100.1%
Celtic650.1%
Central American4770.4%
Cherokee5040.4%
Chickasaw40.0%
Chilean270.0%
Chippewa130.0%
Choctaw540.0%
Colombian2150.2%
Comanche160.0%
Costa Rican140.0%
Croatian480.0%
Cuban1830.2%
Czech4530.4%
Czechoslovakian1790.1%
Danish3750.3%
Delaware80.0%
Dominican440.0%
Dutch1,4591.2%
Dutch West Indian50.0%
Eastern European2720.2%
Ecuadorian520.0%
Egyptian670.1%
English15,06411.9%
Estonian120.0%
Ethiopian1210.1%
European3,0452.4%
Filipino650.1%
Finnish1860.2%
French2,4001.9%
French American Indian430.0%
French Canadian3480.3%
German30,40924.1%
Ghanaian2700.2%
Greek5300.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro330.0%
Guatemalan850.1%
Guyanese350.0%
Haitian1210.1%
Honduran1480.1%
Hungarian2860.2%
Icelander130.0%
Indian (Asian)3,4262.7%
Indonesian330.0%
Iranian3280.3%
Iraqi3430.3%
Irish14,78011.7%
Iroquois310.0%
Israeli850.1%
Italian4,2253.4%
Jamaican1480.1%
Japanese7930.6%
Jordanian80.0%
Kenyan720.1%
Kiowa60.0%
Korean6910.5%
Lebanese1400.1%
Lithuanian1850.2%
Luxembourger60.0%
Macedonian80.0%
Mexican2,7592.2%
Mexican American Indian110.0%
Moroccan220.0%
Native Hawaiian1460.1%
Navajo220.0%
New Zealander50.0%
Nicaraguan1430.1%
Nigerian2230.2%
Northern European4220.3%
Norwegian1,3481.1%
Pakistani620.1%
Palestinian140.0%
Panamanian330.0%
Pennsylvania German140.0%
Peruvian3320.3%
Polish2,2201.8%
Portuguese1370.1%
Potawatomi570.1%
Puerto Rican3870.3%
Romanian1520.1%
Russian8900.7%
Salvadoran540.0%
Samoan810.1%
Scandinavian3450.3%
Scotch-Irish1,4561.1%
Scottish2,9982.4%
Seminole100.0%
Serbian130.0%
Sierra Leonean370.0%
Sioux1720.1%
Slavic230.0%
Slovak1080.1%
Slovene150.0%
Somali30.0%
South African1190.1%
South American7010.6%
Spaniard1200.1%
Spanish1390.1%
Sri Lankan5640.4%
Subsaharan African1,7461.4%
Sudanese2440.2%
Swedish1,8261.5%
Swiss4420.4%
Syrian1130.1%
Thai1,3191.1%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian260.0%
Turkish970.1%
Ukrainian1940.2%
Venezuelan130.0%
Vietnamese160.0%
Welsh9170.7%
West Indian300.0%
Yugoslavian640.1%
Zimbabwean30.0%
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Immigrants in Columbia

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Columbia came from Asia (6,432 | 5.1%), Eastern Asia (3,543 | 2.8%), China (2,457 | 1.9%), Latin America (1,574 | 1.3%), and Africa (1,323 | 1.1%), together accounting for 12.2% of all Columbia residents.
Immigrants in Columbia
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa1,3231.1%
Argentina570.1%
Asia6,4325.1%
Australia90.0%
Bahamas550.0%
Bangladesh200.0%
Belgium150.0%
Bolivia660.1%
Bosnia and Herzegovina380.0%
Brazil130.0%
Bulgaria3390.3%
Cambodia2530.2%
Cameroon160.0%
Canada590.1%
Caribbean1110.1%
Central America1,0200.8%
Chile270.0%
China2,4571.9%
Colombia1040.1%
Congo50.0%
Costa Rica100.0%
Cuba70.0%
Czechoslovakia60.0%
Eastern Africa4690.4%
Eastern Asia3,5432.8%
Eastern Europe5470.4%
Ecuador240.0%
Egypt1100.1%
El Salvador350.0%
England170.0%
Eritrea2050.2%
Ethiopia430.0%
Europe1,0940.9%
Germany1580.1%
Ghana1360.1%
Greece80.0%
Guatemala350.0%
Haiti230.0%
Honduras1470.1%
Hong Kong530.0%
India8420.7%
Iran1000.1%
Iraq3400.3%
Ireland80.0%
Italy970.1%
Japan760.1%
Jordan80.0%
Kenya1600.1%
Korea9910.8%
Laos100.0%
Latin America1,5741.3%
Lebanon510.0%
Mexico7930.6%
Micronesia60.0%
Middle Africa730.1%
Morocco220.0%
Nepal2100.2%
Nigeria1130.1%
Northern Africa2120.2%
Northern Europe2240.2%
Oceania150.0%
Pakistan660.1%
Peru1440.1%
Philippines1620.1%
Romania130.0%
Russia640.1%
Saudi Arabia230.0%
Scotland880.1%
Sierra Leone420.0%
Singapore10.0%
South Africa620.1%
South America4430.4%
South Central Asia1,3081.0%
South Eastern Asia9620.8%
Southern Europe1500.1%
Spain450.0%
Sri Lanka700.1%
Sudan730.1%
Syria470.0%
Taiwan900.1%
Thailand810.1%
Trinidad and Tobago260.0%
Turkey970.1%
Uganda120.0%
Ukraine500.0%
Venezuela80.0%
Vietnam3450.3%
Western Africa3500.3%
Western Asia6190.5%
Western Europe1730.1%
Zaire520.0%
Zimbabwe230.0%
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Sex and Age in Columbia

Sex and Age in Columbia

The most populous age groups in Columbia are 20 to 24 Years (10,688 | 17.6%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (11,956 | 18.3%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years3,525 (5.8%)3,218 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years4,155 (6.9%)3,311 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years2,893 (4.8%)3,047 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years5,363 (8.8%)7,004 (10.7%)
20 to 24 Years10,688 (17.6%)11,956 (18.3%)
25 to 29 Years5,316 (8.8%)5,112 (7.8%)
30 to 34 Years4,534 (7.5%)4,518 (6.9%)
35 to 39 Years3,935 (6.5%)3,999 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years3,455 (5.7%)3,750 (5.7%)
45 to 49 Years2,942 (4.9%)3,064 (4.7%)
50 to 54 Years2,593 (4.3%)2,787 (4.3%)
55 to 59 Years2,555 (4.2%)2,940 (4.5%)
60 to 64 Years2,630 (4.3%)2,931 (4.5%)
65 to 69 Years2,331 (3.8%)2,167 (3.3%)
70 to 74 Years1,536 (2.5%)1,843 (2.8%)
75 to 79 Years975 (1.6%)1,619 (2.5%)
80 to 84 Years512 (0.8%)887 (1.3%)
85 Years and over757 (1.3%)1,324 (2.0%)
Total60,695 (100.0%)65,477 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbia

Median Family Size in Columbia

The median family size in Columbia is 2.99 persons per family, with married-couple families (19,214 | 76.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.08 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (1,549 | 6.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.64 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbia
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple19,214 (76.0%)3.08
Single Male/Father1,549 (6.1%)2.64
Single Female/Mother4,513 (17.8%)2.72
Total Families25,276 (100.0%)2.99

Median Household Size in Columbia

The median household size in Columbia is 2.30 persons per household, with single male/father households (1,549 | 3.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.28 persons per household. non-family households (25,672 | 50.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.51 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbia
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple19,214 (37.7%)3.13
Single Male/Father1,549 (3.0%)3.28
Single Female/Mother4,513 (8.9%)2.91
Non-family25,672 (50.4%)1.51
Total Households50,948 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia

Out of a total of 50,948 households in Columbia, 25,276 (49.6%) are family households, while 25,672 (50.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 11,614, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 18,024.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbia
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-18,024 (35.4%)
2-Person Households11,614 (22.8%)5,120 (10.1%)
3-Person Households5,771 (11.3%)1,186 (2.3%)
4-Person Households4,617 (9.1%)1,185 (2.3%)
5-Person Households2,316 (4.5%)125 (0.3%)
6-Person Households593 (1.2%)10 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households365 (0.7%)22 (0.0%)
Total25,276 (49.6%)25,672 (50.4%)

Female Fertility in Columbia

Fertility by Age in Columbia

Average fertility rate in Columbia is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 81.9% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Columbia
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years18 (0.9%)3.0
20 to 34 years1,678 (81.9%)78.0
35 to 50 years354 (17.3%)31.0
Total2,050 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia

65.4% of women with births (2,050) in Columbia 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 7.9% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbia
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years1,014 (60.4%)664 (39.6%)
35 to 50 years326 (92.1%)28 (7.9%)
Total1,341 (65.4%)709 (34.6%)

Fertility by Education in Columbia

Average fertility rate in Columbia is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 66.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 29.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 38.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School114 (5.6%)36.0
High School Diploma150 (7.3%)29.0
College or Associate's Degree792 (38.6%)49.0
Bachelor's Degree590 (28.8%)66.0
Graduate Degree404 (19.7%)63.0
Total2,050 (100.0%)51.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia

34.6% of women with births in Columbia are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 73.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbia
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School30 (26.3%)84 (73.7%)
High School Diploma91 (60.7%)59 (39.3%)
College or Associate's Degree241 (30.4%)551 (69.6%)
Bachelor's Degree574 (97.3%)16 (2.7%)
Graduate Degree404 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,341 (65.4%)709 (34.6%)

Income in Columbia

Income Overview in Columbia

Per Capita Income in Columbia is $35,625, while median incomes of families and households are $97,335 and $60,455 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income126,172$35,625
Median Family Income25,276$97,335
Mean Family Income25,276$122,062
Median Household Income50,948$60,455
Mean Household Income50,948$87,126
Income Deficit25,276$9,838
Wage / Income Gap (%)126,17221.93%
Wage / Income Gap ($)126,17278.07¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index126,1720.49

Earnings by Sex in Columbia

Average Earnings in Columbia are $32,742, $36,932 for men and $28,832 for women, a difference of 21.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Columbia
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male37,957 (49.7%)$36,932
Female38,342 (50.2%)$28,832
Total76,299 (100.0%)$32,742

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia

The most common earnings brackets in Columbia are $100,000+ for men (5,386 | 14.2%) and $2,499 or less for women (3,339 | 8.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbia
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,994 (7.9%)3,339 (8.7%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,063 (5.4%)2,894 (7.5%)
$5,000 to $7,4992,149 (5.7%)2,346 (6.1%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,446 (3.8%)1,450 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,737 (4.6%)1,489 (3.9%)
$12,500 to $14,999611 (1.6%)1,499 (3.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499922 (2.4%)840 (2.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999649 (1.7%)1,177 (3.1%)
$20,000 to $22,499668 (1.8%)1,033 (2.7%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,122 (3.0%)1,505 (3.9%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,023 (5.3%)2,181 (5.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9991,820 (4.8%)1,925 (5.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9992,048 (5.4%)1,841 (4.8%)
$40,000 to $44,9992,042 (5.4%)2,012 (5.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,307 (3.4%)1,820 (4.8%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,652 (4.3%)1,500 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,573 (6.8%)2,747 (7.2%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,899 (5.0%)1,580 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,846 (7.5%)2,330 (6.1%)
$100,000+5,386 (14.2%)2,834 (7.4%)
Total37,957 (100.0%)38,342 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia

Average earnings in Columbia are $53,212 for men and $43,498 for women, a difference of 18.3%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $72,903, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $36,429. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,121, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $14,460.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$45,841$14,460
High School Diploma$36,429$29,457
College or Associate's Degree$42,349$34,273
Bachelor's Degree$63,290$45,534
Graduate Degree$72,903$57,121
Total$53,212$43,498

Family Income in Columbia

Family Income Brackets in Columbia

According to the Columbia family income data, there are 5,611 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.2% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 556 families (2.2%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Columbia
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0005562.2%
$10,000 to $14,9996072.4%
$15,000 to $24,9991,2134.8%
$25,000 to $34,9991,2134.8%
$35,000 to $49,9991,8457.3%
$50,000 to $74,9994,09516.2%
$75,000 to $99,9993,41213.5%
$100,000 to $149,9995,61122.2%
$150,000 to $199,9993,13412.4%
$200,000+3,64014.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia

5-person families (2,168 | 8.6%) account for the highest median family income in Columbia with $133,351 per family, while 2-person families (12,531 | 49.6%) have the highest median income of $40,610 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbia
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families12,531 (49.6%)$81,220
3-Person Families5,435 (21.5%)$105,686
4-Person Families4,368 (17.3%)$124,263
5-Person Families2,168 (8.6%)$133,351
6-Person Families525 (2.1%)$94,471
7+ Person Families249 (1.0%)$0
Total25,276 (100.0%)$97,335

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia

The median family income in Columbia is $97,335, with families comprising 3+ earners (2,311) having the highest median family income of $144,196, while families with 1 earner (7,230) have the lowest median family income of $62,862, accounting for 9.1% and 28.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbia
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners3,154 (12.5%)$65,118
1 Earner7,230 (28.6%)$62,862
2 Earners12,581 (49.8%)$115,709
3+ Earners2,311 (9.1%)$144,196
Total25,276 (100.0%)$97,335

Household Income in Columbia

Household Income Brackets in Columbia

With 8,916 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbia, accounting for 17.5% of all households. In contrast, only 2,700 households (5.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbia
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003,8217.5%
$10,000 to $14,9992,7005.3%
$15,000 to $24,9994,1788.2%
$25,000 to $34,9994,7389.3%
$35,000 to $49,9996,01211.8%
$50,000 to $74,9998,91617.5%
$75,000 to $99,9995,60411.0%
$100,000 to $149,9996,92913.6%
$150,000 to $199,9993,8217.5%
$200,000+4,2298.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia

The median household income in Columbia is $60,455, with the highest median household income of $91,532 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 13,474 households (26.5%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $24,711, with 8,361 households (16.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbia
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years8,361 (16.4%)$24,711
25 to 44 Years20,147 (39.5%)$68,167
45 to 64 Years13,474 (26.5%)$91,532
65+ Years8,966 (17.6%)$58,250
Total50,948 (100.0%)$60,455

Poverty in Columbia

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia

With 19.8% poverty level for males and 22.8% for females among the residents of Columbia, 18 to 24 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 5,962 males (54.9%) and 7,507 females (60.1%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years681 (19.9%)575 (18.8%)
5 Years130 (16.4%)65 (11.2%)
6 to 11 Years740 (16.3%)637 (15.7%)
12 to 14 Years278 (16.7%)319 (19.2%)
15 Years74 (15.2%)92 (14.3%)
16 and 17 Years131 (9.7%)220 (17.9%)
18 to 24 Years5,962 (54.9%)7,507 (60.1%)
25 to 34 Years1,505 (15.4%)1,503 (15.7%)
35 to 44 Years418 (5.7%)856 (11.1%)
45 to 54 Years402 (7.3%)534 (9.2%)
55 to 64 Years526 (10.2%)713 (12.2%)
65 to 74 Years226 (5.9%)408 (10.3%)
75 Years and over178 (8.3%)300 (8.5%)
Total11,251 (19.8%)13,729 (22.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia

According to the poverty statistics in Columbia, males aged 35 to 44 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 94.3% of males and 91.5% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,741 (80.1%)2,484 (81.2%)
5 Years665 (83.7%)515 (88.8%)
6 to 11 Years3,793 (83.7%)3,423 (84.3%)
12 to 14 Years1,392 (83.4%)1,339 (80.8%)
15 Years413 (84.8%)549 (85.7%)
16 and 17 Years1,216 (90.3%)1,006 (82.1%)
18 to 24 Years4,891 (45.1%)4,986 (39.9%)
25 to 34 Years8,294 (84.6%)8,092 (84.3%)
35 to 44 Years6,921 (94.3%)6,874 (88.9%)
45 to 54 Years5,078 (92.7%)5,284 (90.8%)
55 to 64 Years4,611 (89.8%)5,140 (87.8%)
65 to 74 Years3,573 (94.1%)3,539 (89.7%)
75 Years and over1,956 (91.7%)3,231 (91.5%)
Total45,544 (80.2%)46,462 (77.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Columbia show that 3.2% or 607 of the total 19,214 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 58.5%, comprising of 103 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.6%, which includes 105 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbia
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children10,308 (97.0%)320 (3.0%)
1 or 2 Children6,385 (98.4%)105 (1.6%)
3 or 4 Children1,841 (95.9%)79 (4.1%)
5 or more Children73 (41.5%)103 (58.5%)
Total18,607 (96.8%)607 (3.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia

According to the poverty data in Columbia, 15.0% or 232 single-father households and 28.6% or 1,292 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 14 households (31.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 households (85.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbia
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children158 (22.4%)115 (9.6%)
1 or 2 Children60 (7.5%)763 (28.7%)
3 or 4 Children14 (31.8%)355 (61.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)59 (85.5%)
Total232 (15.0%)1,292 (28.6%)

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

The poverty data for Columbia shows that 607 of the married-couple family households (3.2%) and 1,524 of the single-parent households (25.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 103 households (58.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 59 household (85.5%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbia
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children320 (3.0%)273 (14.3%)
1 or 2 Children105 (1.6%)823 (23.8%)
3 or 4 Children79 (4.1%)369 (59.0%)
5 or more Children103 (58.5%)59 (85.5%)
Total607 (3.2%)1,524 (25.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbia

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia

Among the 65,182 employed individuals in Columbia, private company employees (38,594 | 59.2%), state government employees (10,191 | 15.6%), and not-for-profit organizations (6,293 | 9.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbia
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees38,59459.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,9543.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,8234.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations6,2939.7%
Local Government Employees3,3915.2%
State Government Employees10,19115.6%
Federal Government Employees1,8382.8%
Unpaid Family Workers980.2%
Total65,182100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbia

According to the labor force statistics for Columbia, out of the total population over 16 years of age (104,869), 66.0% or 69,214 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.0% or 2,769 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 90.2% or 8,165 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.0% or 666 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbia
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years4,754 (42.4%)666 (14.0%)
20 to 24 Years14,447 (63.8%)910 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years8,634 (82.8%)138 (1.6%)
30 to 34 Years8,165 (90.2%)131 (1.6%)
35 to 44 Years13,156 (86.9%)421 (3.2%)
45 to 54 Years9,815 (86.2%)186 (1.9%)
55 to 59 Years4,094 (74.5%)119 (2.9%)
60 to 64 Years3,570 (64.2%)203 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years2,229 (28.3%)4 (0.2%)
75 Years and over364 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total69,214 (66.0%)2,769 (4.0%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia

According to labor force statistics for Columbia, 83.1% of individuals (47,418) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (57,061) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 1,185 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 89.1% or 28,644 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.4% or 110 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,480 (61.2%)179 (7.4%)
High School Diploma6,516 (70.2%)622 (6.7%)
College / Associate Degree10,769 (81.5%)410 (3.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher28,644 (89.1%)354 (1.1%)
Total47,418 (83.1%)1,427 (2.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia are Community & Social Service (11,257 | 17.0%), Education Instruction & Library (6,892 | 10.4%), Management (6,703 | 10.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (6,364 | 9.6%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (4,677 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbia

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (81.6%), Computers & Mathematics (67.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (66.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (71.5%), Education, Arts & Media (69.2%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (68.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Management3,473 (51.8%)3,230 (48.2%)
Business & Financial1,785 (42.7%)2,398 (57.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science3,117 (66.6%)1,560 (33.4%)
Computers & Mathematics1,409 (67.3%)685 (32.7%)
Architecture & Engineering679 (81.6%)153 (18.4%)
Life, Physical & Social Science1,029 (58.8%)722 (41.2%)
Community & Social Service 4,896 (43.5%)6,361 (56.5%)
Education, Arts & Media531 (30.8%)1,190 (69.2%)
Legal Services & Support357 (59.9%)239 (40.1%)
Education Instruction & Library2,814 (40.8%)4,078 (59.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment1,194 (58.3%)854 (41.7%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1,984 (31.2%)4,380 (68.8%)
Health Technologists1,316 (28.5%)3,294 (71.5%)
Total (Category)15,255 (46.0%)17,929 (54.0%)
Total (Overall)32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbia are Food Preparation & Serving (5,605 | 8.5%), Personal Care & Service (2,365 | 3.6%), Healthcare Support (2,213 | 3.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (1,559 | 2.4%), and Security & Protection (912 | 1.4%).
Services Occupations in Columbia

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbia, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (85.8%), Security & Protection (78.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (71.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (78.8%), Personal Care & Service (76.8%), and Food Preparation & Serving (53.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support470 (21.2%)1,743 (78.8%)
Security & Protection715 (78.4%)197 (21.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention417 (85.8%)69 (14.2%)
Law Enforcement298 (70.0%)128 (30.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving2,605 (46.5%)3,000 (53.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,117 (71.7%)442 (28.3%)
Personal Care & Service548 (23.2%)1,817 (76.8%)
Total (Category)5,455 (43.1%)7,199 (56.9%)
Total (Overall)32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbia are Office & Administration (6,295 | 9.5%), and Sales & Related (5,804 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbia

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related3,165 (54.5%)2,639 (45.5%)
Office & Administration2,084 (33.1%)4,211 (66.9%)
Total (Category)5,249 (43.4%)6,850 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Columbia are Construction & Extraction (1,444 | 2.2%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,318 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (64 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Columbia

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction1,361 (94.3%)83 (5.8%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,231 (93.4%)87 (6.6%)
Total (Category)2,656 (94.0%)170 (6.0%)
Total (Overall)32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbia are Production (2,473 | 3.7%), Material Moving (1,516 | 2.3%), and Transportation (1,484 | 2.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbia

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbia
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,612 (65.2%)861 (34.8%)
Transportation1,340 (90.3%)144 (9.7%)
Material Moving1,279 (84.4%)237 (15.6%)
Total (Category)4,231 (77.3%)1,242 (22.7%)
Total (Overall)32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia

Employment Industries in Columbia

The major employment industries in Columbia include Educational Services (12,765 | 19.3%), Health Care & Social Assistance (11,309 | 17.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (7,131 | 10.8%), Retail Trade (6,285 | 9.5%), and Finance & Insurance (4,555 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Columbia

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia

The Columbia industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (86.4%), and Transportation & Warehousing (82.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (75.9%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (70.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbia
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting174 (77.7%)50 (22.3%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,102 (86.4%)330 (13.6%)
Manufacturing2,849 (71.0%)1,163 (29.0%)
Wholesale Trade704 (66.9%)349 (33.1%)
Retail Trade3,544 (56.4%)2,741 (43.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing1,445 (82.3%)310 (17.7%)
Utilities248 (64.9%)134 (35.1%)
Information635 (63.6%)364 (36.4%)
Finance & Insurance2,468 (54.2%)2,087 (45.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing365 (30.0%)853 (70.0%)
Professional & Scientific1,998 (49.6%)2,027 (50.4%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)143 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support1,013 (69.1%)453 (30.9%)
Educational Services5,431 (42.5%)7,334 (57.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2,730 (24.1%)8,579 (75.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation710 (53.9%)608 (46.1%)
Accommodation & Food Services3,796 (53.2%)3,335 (46.8%)
Public Administration1,619 (57.3%)1,208 (42.7%)
Total32,846 (49.6%)33,390 (50.4%)

Education in Columbia

School Enrollment in Columbia

The most common levels of schooling among the 47,601 students in Columbia are college / undergraduate (23,567 | 49.5%), graduate / professional (5,588 | 11.7%), and elementary school (5,390 | 11.3%).
School Enrollment in Columbia
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1,7623.7%
Kindergarten1,5813.3%
Elementary School5,39011.3%
Middle School4,82010.1%
High School4,89310.3%
College / Undergraduate23,56749.5%
Graduate / Professional5,58811.7%
Total47,601100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia

Out of a total of 47,601 students who are enrolled in schools in Columbia, 4,760 (10.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 42,841 (90.0%) 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 722 (55.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 15,899 (95.8% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbia
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds582 (44.6%)722 (55.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old5,996 (87.2%)884 (12.9%)
10 to 14 Year Olds5,146 (87.1%)763 (12.9%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,372 (92.5%)273 (7.5%)
18 to 19 Year Olds7,069 (91.0%)699 (9.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds15,899 (95.8%)705 (4.3%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3,426 (89.7%)393 (10.3%)
35 Years and over1,336 (79.9%)336 (20.1%)
Total42,841 (90.0%)4,760 (10.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia

Business (6,399 | 14.9%), bio, nature & agricultural (5,481 | 12.7%), science & technology (4,982 | 11.6%), education (3,904 | 9.1%), and arts & humanities (2,855 | 6.6%) are the most common fields of study among 43,059 individuals in Columbia who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbia
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,7474.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural5,48112.7%
Physical & Health Sciences1,5773.7%
Psychology2,4085.6%
Social Sciences2,7006.3%
Engineering1,9404.5%
Multidisciplinary Studies5401.3%
Science & Technology4,98211.6%
Business6,39914.9%
Education3,9049.1%
Literature & Languages1,8254.2%
Liberal Arts & History2,4385.7%
Visual & Performing Arts2,0684.8%
Communications2,1955.1%
Arts & Humanities2,8556.6%
Total43,059100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Columbia

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Columbia are males with 2 vehicles (14,279, accounting for 45.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (13,794, making up 45.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbia
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle1,115 (3.5%)776 (2.5%)
1 Vehicle7,945 (25.0%)8,350 (26.4%)
2 Vehicles14,279 (45.0%)13,794 (43.6%)
3 Vehicles5,519 (17.4%)5,865 (18.5%)
4 Vehicles2,256 (7.1%)2,384 (7.5%)
5 or more Vehicles613 (1.9%)499 (1.6%)
Total31,727 (100.0%)31,668 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbia

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Columbia are 15 to 19 minutes (17,178 commuters, 28.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (15,752 commuters, 26.2%), and 5 to 9 minutes (10,046 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Columbia
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,8313.0%
5 to 9 Minutes10,04616.7%
10 to 14 Minutes15,75226.2%
15 to 19 Minutes17,17828.5%
20 to 24 Minutes6,83611.4%
25 to 29 Minutes1,6242.7%
30 to 34 Minutes2,5154.2%
35 to 39 Minutes8081.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1,0311.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1,3362.2%
60 to 89 Minutes6411.1%
90 or more Minutes6311.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbia

The most common commute times in Columbia are 15 to 19 minutes (8,443 commuters, 27.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (8,735 commuters, 29.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Columbia
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes990 (3.3%)841 (2.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes4,732 (15.5%)5,314 (17.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes8,000 (26.2%)7,752 (26.1%)
15 to 19 Minutes8,443 (27.7%)8,735 (29.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes3,572 (11.7%)3,264 (11.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes724 (2.4%)900 (3.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,416 (4.6%)1,099 (3.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes488 (1.6%)320 (1.1%)
40 to 44 Minutes588 (1.9%)443 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes871 (2.9%)465 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes211 (0.7%)430 (1.5%)
90 or more Minutes463 (1.5%)168 (0.6%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia

The most frequent times of departure to work in Columbia are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (4,736, 15.5%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (5,934, 20.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbia
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM918 (3.0%)822 (2.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM368 (1.2%)572 (1.9%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,119 (3.7%)754 (2.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,826 (6.0%)1,276 (4.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2,499 (8.2%)2,710 (9.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,156 (10.3%)3,466 (11.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM4,736 (15.5%)5,934 (20.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3,944 (12.9%)3,084 (10.4%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM2,235 (7.3%)1,706 (5.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM2,009 (6.6%)2,733 (9.2%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM1,020 (3.3%)985 (3.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM580 (1.9%)692 (2.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM3,342 (11.0%)2,545 (8.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,746 (9.0%)2,452 (8.3%)
Total30,498 (100.0%)29,731 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbia

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia

Of the total 50,948 dwellings in Columbia, owner-occupied units account for 24,886 (48.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 26,062 (51.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Columbia
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units24,88648.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units26,06251.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units50,948100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbia
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household18,02435.4%
2-Person Household16,73432.9%
3-Person Household6,95713.7%
4+ Person Household9,23318.1%
Total Housing Units50,948100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household6,205 (34.4%)11,819 (65.6%)
2-Person Household9,096 (54.4%)7,638 (45.6%)
3-Person Household3,800 (54.6%)3,157 (45.4%)
4+ Person Household5,785 (62.7%)3,448 (37.3%)
Total Housing Units24,886 (48.8%)26,062 (51.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbia
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School407 (24.5%)1,252 (75.5%)
High School Diploma2,932 (39.6%)4,476 (60.4%)
College/Associate Degree5,033 (34.4%)9,599 (65.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher16,514 (60.6%)10,735 (39.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbia
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years20,06139.4%
35 to 44 Years8,44716.6%
45 to 54 Years6,99713.7%
55 to 64 Years6,47712.7%
65 to 74 Years5,14010.1%
75 to 84 Years2,5635.0%
85 Years and Over1,2632.5%
Total50,948100.0%

Housing Finances in Columbia

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbia
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied24,886 (48.8%)$101,582
Renter-Occupied26,062 (51.1%)$36,150
Average50,948 (100.0%)$60,455

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbia
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000257 (1.0%)1,912 (7.3%)
$5,000 to $9,999175 (0.7%)1,473 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999269 (1.1%)2,447 (9.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999558 (2.2%)1,392 (5.3%)
$20,000 to $24,999471 (1.9%)1,770 (6.8%)
$25,000 to $34,9991,125 (4.5%)3,628 (13.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,074 (8.3%)3,961 (15.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,009 (16.1%)4,892 (18.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,224 (13.0%)2,376 (9.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9995,487 (22.1%)1,424 (5.5%)
$150,000 or more7,237 (29.1%)787 (3.0%)
Total24,886 (100.0%)26,062 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbia
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300667 (2.7%)450 (1.7%)
$300 to $4992,278 (9.1%)671 (2.6%)
$500 to $7994,869 (19.6%)4,939 (19.0%)
$800 to $9991,963 (7.9%)6,833 (26.2%)
$1,000 to $1,4995,737 (23.1%)8,485 (32.6%)
$1,500 to $1,9994,532 (18.2%)2,573 (9.9%)
$2,000 to $2,4992,170 (8.7%)1,175 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $2,9991,459 (5.9%)312 (1.2%)
$3,000 or more1,211 (4.9%)119 (0.5%)
Total24,886 (100.0%)26,062 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbia

Housing Structures in Columbia

Housing Structures in Columbia
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached26,76252.5%
Single Unit, Attached3,4596.8%
2 Unit Apartments3,1726.2%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3,4036.7%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments4,5048.8%
10 or more Apartments8,80017.3%
Mobile Home / Other8481.7%
Total50,948100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbia
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached22,267 (83.2%)4,495 (16.8%)
Single Unit, Attached1,198 (34.6%)2,261 (65.4%)
2 Unit Apartments106 (3.3%)3,066 (96.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments312 (9.2%)3,091 (90.8%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments250 (5.6%)4,254 (94.5%)
10 or more Apartments215 (2.4%)8,585 (97.6%)
Mobile Home / Other538 (63.4%)310 (36.6%)
Total24,886 (48.8%)26,062 (51.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbia
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room17 (0.1%)978 (3.7%)
2 or 3 Rooms493 (2.0%)5,785 (22.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms5,114 (20.5%)12,798 (49.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms7,961 (32.0%)4,980 (19.1%)
8 or more Rooms11,301 (45.4%)1,521 (5.8%)
Total24,886 (100.0%)26,062 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbia
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas18,427 (74.1%)9,741 (37.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas327 (1.3%)487 (1.9%)
Electricity5,885 (23.6%)15,627 (60.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene22 (0.1%)18 (0.1%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels163 (0.6%)92 (0.4%)
No Fuel Used62 (0.3%)97 (0.4%)
Total24,886 (100.0%)26,062 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbia
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle326 (1.3%)3,334 (12.8%)
1 Vehicle6,643 (26.7%)13,108 (50.3%)
2 Vehicles12,786 (51.4%)6,772 (26.0%)
3 or more Vehicles5,131 (20.6%)2,848 (10.9%)
Total24,886 (100.0%)26,062 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbia

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbia

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units8,60416,282
Median Property Value$239,300$253,100
Median Household Income$75,608$5,218
Monthly Housing Costs$587$1,211
Real Estate Taxes$2,460$210

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000482 (5.6%)185 (1.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999592 (6.9%)465 (2.9%)
$100,000 to $299,9994,714 (54.8%)9,990 (61.4%)
$300,000 to $499,9992,186 (25.4%)4,269 (26.2%)
$500,000 to $749,999486 (5.7%)1,093 (6.7%)
$750,000 to $999,999110 (1.3%)149 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more34 (0.4%)131 (0.8%)
Total8,604 (100.0%)16,282 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000287 (3.3%)110 (0.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999891 (10.4%)145 (0.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999677 (7.9%)407 (2.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999882 (10.2%)448 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,556 (18.1%)1,192 (7.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999892 (10.4%)2,453 (15.1%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,400 (16.3%)2,332 (14.3%)
$150,000 or more2,019 (23.5%)4,087 (25.1%)
Total8,604 (100.0%)16,282 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbia
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x2,962 (34.4%)112,934 (693.6%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,702 (19.8%)6,625 (40.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x1,187 (13.8%)4,478 (27.5%)
4.0x or more2,643 (30.7%)2,457 (15.1%)
Total8,604 (100.0%)16,282 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbia
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800732 (8.5%)7 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499945 (11.0%)785 (4.8%)
$800 to $1,4996,568 (76.3%)2,541 (15.6%)
Total8,604 (100.0%)16,282 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years7,659 (94.3%)462 (5.7%)
6 to 18 Years17,913 (97.0%)559 (3.0%)
19 to 25 Years28,616 (93.2%)2,079 (6.8%)
26 to 34 Years15,025 (88.2%)2,007 (11.8%)
35 to 44 Years13,440 (89.3%)1,617 (10.7%)
45 to 54 Years10,688 (94.9%)576 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years9,995 (90.9%)995 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years7,731 (99.7%)25 (0.3%)
75 Years and older5,631 (99.4%)34 (0.6%)
Total116,698 (93.3%)8,354 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbia
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born7,659 (94.3%)462 (5.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen17,913 (97.0%)559 (3.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen28,616 (93.2%)2,079 (6.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbia
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00017,911 (89.8%)2,028 (10.2%)
$25,000 to $49,99918,321 (89.0%)2,260 (11.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99916,796 (91.3%)1,608 (8.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99913,057 (94.5%)761 (5.5%)
$100,000 and over42,671 (96.9%)1,375 (3.1%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbia
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 62,887 (35.5%)5,069 (62.4%)
6 to 18 Years4,690 (25.4%)13,915 (75.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,791 (5.8%)27,367 (89.2%)
25 to 34 Years2,010 (11.8%)13,488 (79.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,725 (11.5%)12,175 (80.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,360 (12.1%)9,605 (85.3%)
55 to 64 Years1,800 (16.4%)8,623 (78.5%)
65 to 74 Years7,375 (95.1%)4,972 (64.1%)
75 Years and over5,580 (98.5%)4,050 (71.5%)
Total29,218 (23.4%)99,264 (79.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbia
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years652 (7.3%)605 (7.4%)
18 to 34 Years1,874 (7.9%)1,453 (5.4%)
35 to 64 Years2,658 (14.8%)2,789 (14.4%)
65 to 74 Years784 (20.6%)903 (22.8%)
75 Years and over1,034 (48.4%)1,585 (44.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbia

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years23 (0.3%)114 (1.4%)
18 to 34 Years243 (1.0%)184 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years1,042 (5.8%)420 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years322 (8.5%)159 (4.0%)
75 Years and over763 (35.7%)518 (14.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years117 (1.3%)71 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years366 (1.5%)301 (1.1%)
35 to 64 Years697 (3.9%)386 (2.0%)
65 to 74 Years88 (2.3%)190 (4.8%)
75 Years and over157 (7.4%)142 (4.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years485 (5.5%)382 (4.6%)
18 to 34 Years1,258 (5.3%)866 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,236 (6.9%)952 (4.9%)
65 to 74 Years162 (4.3%)329 (8.3%)
75 Years and over239 (11.2%)461 (13.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years48 (0.5%)292 (3.5%)
18 to 34 Years332 (1.4%)213 (0.8%)
35 to 64 Years920 (5.1%)1,670 (8.6%)
65 to 74 Years434 (11.4%)551 (13.9%)
75 Years and over526 (24.6%)1,103 (31.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbia: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years74 (0.8%)28 (0.3%)
18 to 34 Years107 (0.4%)110 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years349 (1.9%)592 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years66 (1.7%)119 (3.0%)
75 Years and over167 (7.8%)292 (8.3%)

Technology Access in Columbia

Computing Device Access in Columbia

Computing Device Access in Columbia
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop43,27985.0%
Smartphone47,18192.6%
Tablet34,01366.8%
No Computing Device1,5052.9%
Total50,948100.0%

Internet Access in Columbia

Internet Access in Columbia
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1590.3%
Broadband Home40,84380.2%
Cellular Data Only3,0105.9%
Satellite Internet2,9305.8%
No Internet5,80011.4%
Total50,948100.0%

Columbia Summary

Columbia, Missouri is a city located in Boone County, Missouri, United States. It is the county seat of Boone County and the fifth-largest city in the state. The population was estimated to be 119,108 in 2019, making it the largest city in mid-Missouri. Columbia is home to the University of Missouri, the state's flagship university, and is the principal city of the Columbia Metropolitan Area, a region of 175,000 people that includes the cities of Moberly and Fulton.

History

The area that is now Columbia was first settled in 1819 by settlers from Kentucky and Virginia. The town was originally called Smithton, but was renamed Columbia in 1821. The name was chosen to honor Christopher Columbus. Columbia was incorporated as a city in 1821 and became the county seat of Boone County in 1823.
In 1839, the University of Missouri was founded in Columbia, making it the first public university west of the Mississippi River. The university has since become the largest employer in the city and has had a major impact on the city's economy and culture.

Geography

Columbia is located in central Missouri, approximately 120 miles west of St. Louis and 120 miles east of Kansas City. The city is situated on the Missouri River and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city has a total area of 64.2 square miles, of which 62.2 square miles is land and 2.0 square miles is water.

Economy

Columbia's economy is largely driven by the University of Missouri, which is the city's largest employer. Other major employers include the Columbia Public School District, Boone Hospital Center, and the State of Missouri. The city is also home to a number of technology companies, including IBM, Cerner, and AT&T.
The city's economy is also supported by a number of industries, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and retail. Columbia is home to a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues, as well as a number of cultural attractions, such as the Columbia Art League and the Missouri Theatre.

Demographics

As of the 2019 census, the population of Columbia was estimated to be 119,108. The racial makeup of the city was 79.2% White, 11.7% African American, 4.2% Asian, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.5% from other races. The median household income was $45,945 and the median family income was $60,945.
Columbia is home to a diverse population, with a variety of religious and ethnic backgrounds. The city is also home to a large student population, with over 30,000 students enrolled at the University of Missouri.

Conclusion

Columbia, Missouri is a vibrant city with a rich history and a diverse population. The city is home to the University of Missouri, the state's flagship university, and is the principal city of the Columbia Metropolitan Area. The city's economy is largely driven by the university, as well as a number of other industries, including healthcare, education, manufacturing, and retail. The population of Columbia was estimated to be 119,108 in 2019, with a diverse racial makeup and a median household income of $45,945.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbia?
Total Population of Columbia is 126,172.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbia?
Total Male Population of Columbia is 60,695.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbia?
Total Female Population of Columbia is 65,477.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbia?
There are 92.70 Males per 100 Females in Columbia.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbia?
There are 107.88 Females per 100 Males in Columbia.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbia?
Median Population Age in Columbia is 28.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbia
Average Family Size in Columbia is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbia
Average Household Size in Columbia is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbia?
Per Capita income in Columbia is $35,625.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbia?
Median Family Income in Columbia is $97,335.
What is the Median Household income in Columbia?
Median Household Income in Columbia is $60,455.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Columbia?
Income or Wage Gap in Columbia is 21.9%.
Women in Columbia earn 78.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Columbia?
Family Income Deficit in Columbia is $9,838.
Families that are below poverty line in Columbia earn $9,838 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbia is 0.49.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbia?
There are 69,214 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbia.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbia?
66.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbia.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbia?
Unemployment Rate in Columbia is 4.0%.