Columbus, MS Zip Code Map & Characteristics

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Columbus Overview

23,858
TOTAL POPULATION
10,825
MALE POPULATION
13,033
FEMALE POPULATION
83.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.40
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$24,237
PER CAPITA INCOME
$50,912
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$34,488
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.7¢ per $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$12,297
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.53
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,243
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
11.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbus Zip Codes

Columbus Area Codes

Columbus Summary

Columbus, Mississippi is a city located in Lowndes County in the northeastern part of the state. It is the county seat and the largest city in the county. The city is situated on the banks of the Tombigbee River and is part of the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi, which includes the cities of Starkville and West Point. The city is home to Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi State University-Meridian, and East Mississippi Community College.

History

The area that is now Columbus was first inhabited by the Choctaw Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the early 1800s. The city was founded in 1821 and named after Christopher Columbus. It was incorporated in 1822 and became the county seat of Lowndes County in 1825.
During the Civil War, Columbus was a major supply center for the Confederate Army. The city was the site of several battles, including the Battle of Shiloh in 1862. After the war, the city experienced a period of growth and prosperity. The city was home to several large industries, including a cotton mill, a lumber mill, and a brick factory.
In the late 19th century, the city was a major railroad hub. The city was also home to several large cotton plantations. In the early 20th century, the city experienced a period of decline due to the boll weevil infestation and the Great Depression.

Geography

Columbus is located in northeastern Mississippi, approximately 100 miles northeast of Jackson. The city is situated on the banks of the Tombigbee River and is part of the Golden Triangle region of Mississippi, which includes the cities of Starkville and West Point. The city is located in the Black Belt region of the state, which is characterized by its rich, fertile soil.
The city has a total area of 24.3 square miles, of which 24.2 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The city is located in the humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.

Economy

The economy of Columbus is largely based on manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Columbus Castings, a steel foundry, and Columbus Coated Fabrics, a textile manufacturer. The city is also home to several healthcare facilities, including Baptist Memorial Hospital-Golden Triangle and the Columbus VA Medical Center.
The city is home to several educational institutions, including Mississippi University for Women, Mississippi State University-Meridian, and East Mississippi Community College. The city is also home to several large employers, including the Columbus Air Force Base and the Columbus-Lowndes County Industrial Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Columbus was 25,944. The racial makeup of the city was 57.3% White, 39.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.7% of the population.
The median household income in the city was $33,945, and the median family income was $41,919. The per capita income in the city was $19,845. About 19.3% of the population was below the poverty line.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbus?
Total Population of Columbus is 23,858.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbus?
Total Male Population of Columbus is 10,825.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbus?
Total Female Population of Columbus is 13,033.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbus?
There are 83.06 Males per 100 Females in Columbus.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbus?
There are 120.40 Females per 100 Males in Columbus.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbus?
Median Population Age in Columbus is 39.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbus
Average Family Size in Columbus is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbus
Average Household Size in Columbus is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbus?
Per Capita income in Columbus is $24,237.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbus?
Median Family Income in Columbus is $50,912.
What is the Median Household income in Columbus?
Median Household Income in Columbus is $34,488.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Columbus?
Income or Wage Gap in Columbus is 26.3%.
Women in Columbus earn 73.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Columbus?
Family Income Deficit in Columbus is $12,297.
Families that are below poverty line in Columbus earn $12,297 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus is 0.53.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbus?
There are 10,243 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbus.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbus?
52.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbus.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbus?
Unemployment Rate in Columbus is 11.3%.

Race in Columbus

The most populous races in Columbus are Black / African American (14,647 | 61.4%), White / Caucasian (8,442 | 35.4%), and Two or more Races (476 | 2.0%).
Race in Columbus
Race# Population% Population
Asian1370.6%
Black / African American14,64761.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3261.4%
Native / Alaskan160.1%
White / Caucasian8,44235.4%
Two or more Races4762.0%
Some other Race1400.6%
Total23,858100.0%

Ancestry in Columbus

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbus are English (2,262 | 9.5%), American (1,401 | 5.9%), Irish (885 | 3.7%), German (702 | 2.9%), and European (250 | 1.1%), together accounting for 23.1% of all Columbus residents.
Ancestry in Columbus
Race# Population% Population
African110.1%
American1,4015.9%
Arab110.1%
Australian70.0%
Belgian160.1%
Brazilian70.0%
British380.2%
Cherokee220.1%
Choctaw10.0%
Croatian20.0%
Cuban190.1%
Czech500.2%
Danish570.2%
Dutch870.4%
English2,2629.5%
European2501.1%
Filipino350.2%
French1520.6%
French Canadian740.3%
German7022.9%
Irish8853.7%
Italian1730.7%
Jamaican2240.9%
Jordanian110.1%
Korean770.3%
Mexican1840.8%
Norwegian460.2%
Polish350.2%
Puerto Rican170.1%
Scandinavian530.2%
Scotch-Irish2491.0%
Scottish1190.5%
Seminole60.0%
Spaniard160.1%
Subsaharan African110.1%
Swedish1100.5%
Vietnamese330.1%
Welsh140.1%

Sex and Age in Columbus

Sex and Age in Columbus

The most populous age groups in Columbus are 10 to 14 Years (943 | 8.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (1,116 | 8.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years636 (5.9%)510 (3.9%)
5 to 9 Years435 (4.0%)668 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years943 (8.7%)948 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years746 (6.9%)767 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years858 (7.9%)962 (7.4%)
25 to 29 Years906 (8.4%)1,050 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Years656 (6.1%)912 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years321 (3.0%)636 (4.9%)
40 to 44 Years594 (5.5%)596 (4.6%)
45 to 49 Years805 (7.4%)695 (5.3%)
50 to 54 Years620 (5.7%)684 (5.2%)
55 to 59 Years758 (7.0%)852 (6.5%)
60 to 64 Years663 (6.1%)1,116 (8.6%)
65 to 69 Years761 (7.0%)784 (6.0%)
70 to 74 Years430 (4.0%)597 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years219 (2.0%)467 (3.6%)
80 to 84 Years333 (3.1%)445 (3.4%)
85 Years and over141 (1.3%)344 (2.6%)
Total10,825 (100.0%)13,033 (100.0%)

Selected Sex and Age Groups in Columbus

Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 14 Years1,378 (12.7%)1,616 (12.4%)
15 to 17 Years507 (4.7%)293 (2.2%)
Under 18 Years2,521 (23.3%)2,419 (18.6%)
18 to 24 Years1,097 (10.1%)1,436 (11.0%)
15 to 44 Years4,081 (37.7%)4,923 (37.8%)
16 Years and over8,690 (80.3%)10,857 (83.3%)
18 Years and over8,304 (76.7%)10,614 (81.4%)
21 Years and over7,918 (73.2%)9,881 (75.8%)
60 Years and over2,547 (23.5%)3,753 (28.8%)
62 Years and over2,290 (21.1%)3,345 (25.7%)
65 Years and over1,884 (17.4%)2,637 (20.2%)
75 Years and over693 (6.4%)1,256 (9.6%)
Total10,825 (100.0%)13,033 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbus

Median Family Size in Columbus

The median family size in Columbus is 3.12 persons per family, with single male/father families (273 | 5.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.56 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,865 | 54.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.75 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbus
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,865 (54.4%)2.75
Single Male/Father273 (5.2%)3.56
Single Female/Mother2,125 (40.4%)3.56
All Families5,263 (100.0%)3.12

Median Household Size in Columbus

The median household size in Columbus is 2.28 persons per household, with single male/father households (273 | 2.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.71 persons per household. non-family households (4,580 | 46.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.21 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbus
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,865 (29.1%)2.83
Single Male/Father273 (2.8%)3.71
Single Female/Mother2,125 (21.6%)3.68
Non-family4,580 (46.5%)1.21
All Households9,843 (100.0%)2.28

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus

Out of a total of 9,843 households in Columbus, 5,263 (53.5%) are family households, while 4,580 (46.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,701, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 4,043.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-4,043 (41.1%)
2-Person Households2,701 (27.4%)502 (5.1%)
3-Person Households1,471 (14.9%)28 (0.3%)
4-Person Households636 (6.5%)7 (0.1%)
5-Person Households174 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households210 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households71 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,263 (53.5%)4,580 (46.5%)

Female Fertility in Columbus

Fertility by Age in Columbus

Average fertility rate in Columbus is 46.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 56.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 56.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Columbus
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years149 (56.4%)51.0
35 to 50 years115 (43.6%)56.0
Total264 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus

68.2% of women with births (264) in Columbus are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 55.6% 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 13.4% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years129 (86.6%)20 (13.4%)
35 to 50 years51 (44.4%)64 (55.6%)
Total180 (68.2%)84 (31.8%)

Fertility by Education in Columbus

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree130 (49.2%)60.0
Bachelor's Degree53 (20.1%)64.0
Graduate Degree81 (30.7%)156.0
Total264 (100.0%)46.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus

31.8% of women with births in Columbus 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 graduate degree are least likely to be married with 58.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree93 (71.5%)37 (28.5%)
Bachelor's Degree53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree34 (42.0%)47 (58.0%)
Total180 (68.2%)84 (31.8%)

Income in Columbus

Income Overview in Columbus

Per Capita Income in Columbus is $24,237, while median incomes of families and households are $50,912 and $34,488 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income23,858$24,237
Median Family Income5,263$50,912
Mean Family Income5,263$70,420
Median Household Income9,843$34,488
Mean Household Income9,843$53,822
Income Deficit5,263$12,297
Wage / Income Gap (%)23,85826.33%
Wage / Income Gap ($)23,85873.67¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index23,8580.53

Earnings by Sex in Columbus

Average Earnings in Columbus are $28,571, $33,287 for men and $24,522 for women, a difference of 26.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Columbus
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,808 (47.5%)$33,287
Female5,308 (52.5%)$24,522
Average10,116 (100.0%)$28,571

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus

The most common earnings brackets in Columbus are $100,000+ for men (583 | 12.1%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (608 | 11.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less238 (5.0%)276 (5.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99968 (1.4%)96 (1.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499212 (4.4%)191 (3.6%)
$7,500 to $9,99963 (1.3%)152 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499350 (7.3%)323 (6.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99966 (1.4%)364 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $17,499375 (7.8%)438 (8.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999113 (2.4%)333 (6.3%)
$20,000 to $22,499235 (4.9%)337 (6.4%)
$22,500 to $24,99978 (1.6%)178 (3.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999461 (9.6%)287 (5.4%)
$30,000 to $34,999256 (5.3%)608 (11.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999127 (2.6%)215 (4.1%)
$40,000 to $44,999267 (5.6%)240 (4.5%)
$45,000 to $49,999100 (2.1%)319 (6.0%)
$50,000 to $54,999194 (4.0%)285 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999312 (6.5%)278 (5.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999281 (5.8%)67 (1.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999429 (8.9%)197 (3.7%)
$100,000+583 (12.1%)124 (2.3%)
Total4,808 (100.0%)5,308 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Average earnings in Columbus are $35,927 for men and $30,501 for women, a difference of 15.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $93,025, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $27,873. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $51,474, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $14,403.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$29,375$14,403
High School Diploma$27,873$22,527
College or Associate's Degree$28,988$29,676
Bachelor's Degree$57,069$33,347
Graduate Degree$93,025$51,474
Total$35,927$30,501

Family Income in Columbus

Family Income Brackets in Columbus

According to the Columbus family income data, there are 811 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.4% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 137 families (2.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00060511.5%
$10,000 to $14,9993115.9%
$15,000 to $24,9994588.7%
$25,000 to $34,9994478.5%
$35,000 to $49,99975814.4%
$50,000 to $74,99981115.4%
$75,000 to $99,99980015.2%
$100,000 to $149,99965812.5%
$150,000 to $199,9991372.6%
$200,000+2745.2%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus

6-person families (187 | 3.5%) account for the highest median family income in Columbus with $64,171 per family, while 2-person families (2,939 | 55.8%) have the highest median income of $26,710 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,939 (55.8%)$53,419
3-Person Families1,290 (24.5%)$52,250
4-Person Families621 (11.8%)$0
5-Person Families163 (3.1%)$0
6-Person Families187 (3.5%)$64,171
7+ Person Families63 (1.2%)$37,554
Total5,263 (100.0%)$50,912

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus

The median family income in Columbus is $50,912, with families comprising 2 earners (1,555) having the highest median family income of $91,141, while families with no earners (1,242) have the lowest median family income of $18,694, accounting for 29.5% and 23.6% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners1,242 (23.6%)$18,694
1 Earner2,269 (43.1%)$42,266
2 Earners1,555 (29.5%)$91,141
3+ Earners197 (3.7%)$74,816
Total5,263 (100.0%)$50,912

Household Income in Columbus

Household Income Brackets in Columbus

With 1,467 households falling in the category, the $15,000 to $24,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbus, accounting for 14.9% of all households. In contrast, only 236 households (2.4%) fall into the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001,38814.1%
$10,000 to $14,9991,09311.1%
$15,000 to $24,9991,46714.9%
$25,000 to $34,9991,03410.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991,17111.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,40814.3%
$75,000 to $99,9999459.6%
$100,000 to $149,9998178.3%
$150,000 to $199,9992362.4%
$200,000+2852.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus

The median household income in Columbus is $34,488, with the highest median household income of $41,767 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,546 households (36.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $23,306, with 3,002 households (30.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years362 (3.7%)$32,941
25 to 44 Years2,933 (29.8%)$40,733
45 to 64 Years3,546 (36.0%)$41,767
65+ Years3,002 (30.5%)$23,306
Total9,843 (100.0%)$34,488

Poverty in Columbus

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

With 24.0% poverty level for males and 29.2% for females among the residents of Columbus, 5 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 103 males (85.1%) and 544 females (52.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years124 (21.2%)86 (17.5%)
5 Years103 (85.1%)14 (14.1%)
6 to 11 Years402 (55.4%)339 (40.1%)
12 to 14 Years278 (59.4%)228 (43.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)22 (44.0%)
16 and 17 Years112 (34.9%)95 (40.1%)
18 to 24 Years245 (25.5%)544 (52.3%)
25 to 34 Years202 (13.6%)675 (34.6%)
35 to 44 Years193 (22.4%)217 (17.8%)
45 to 54 Years126 (9.3%)415 (30.6%)
55 to 64 Years310 (21.9%)369 (19.0%)
65 to 74 Years270 (23.5%)356 (26.5%)
75 Years and over69 (11.4%)215 (19.2%)
Total2,434 (24.0%)3,575 (29.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

According to the poverty statistics in Columbus, males aged 15 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 85.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years461 (78.8%)406 (82.5%)
5 Years18 (14.9%)85 (85.9%)
6 to 11 Years323 (44.6%)506 (59.9%)
12 to 14 Years190 (40.6%)302 (57.0%)
15 Years89 (100.0%)28 (56.0%)
16 and 17 Years209 (65.1%)142 (59.9%)
18 to 24 Years717 (74.5%)497 (47.7%)
25 to 34 Years1,280 (86.4%)1,275 (65.4%)
35 to 44 Years670 (77.6%)1,001 (82.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,224 (90.7%)942 (69.4%)
55 to 64 Years1,106 (78.1%)1,573 (81.0%)
65 to 74 Years877 (76.5%)986 (73.5%)
75 Years and over537 (88.6%)908 (80.8%)
Total7,701 (76.0%)8,651 (70.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Columbus show that 5.6% or 159 of the total 2,865 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 6.4%, comprising of 141 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,072 (93.6%)141 (6.4%)
1 or 2 Children513 (96.6%)18 (3.4%)
3 or 4 Children121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,706 (94.5%)159 (5.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus

According to the poverty data in Columbus, 28.2% or 77 single-father households and 48.6% or 1,033 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 23 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 285 households (90.5%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children54 (35.1%)180 (26.2%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)528 (53.1%)
3 or 4 Children23 (100.0%)285 (90.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)40 (31.0%)
Total77 (28.2%)1,033 (48.6%)

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

The poverty data for Columbus shows that 159 of the married-couple family households (5.6%) and 1,110 of the single-parent households (46.3%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 141 households (6.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 308 household (91.1%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children141 (6.4%)234 (27.8%)
1 or 2 Children18 (3.4%)528 (48.4%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)308 (91.1%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)40 (31.0%)
Total159 (5.6%)1,110 (46.3%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbus

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus

Among the 8,827 employed individuals in Columbus, private company employees (5,890 | 66.7%), state government employees (783 | 8.9%), and federal government employees (671 | 7.6%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,89066.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)3163.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)4625.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations4174.7%
Local Government Employees2803.2%
State Government Employees7838.9%
Federal Government Employees6717.6%
Unpaid Family Workers80.1%
Total8,827100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbus

According to the labor force statistics for Columbus, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,547), 52.4% or 10,243 individuals are in the labor force, with 11.3% or 1,157 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.5% or 1,388 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.6% or 195 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbus
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years275 (20.5%)23 (8.4%)
20 to 24 Years1,056 (58.0%)147 (13.9%)
25 to 29 Years1,508 (77.1%)309 (20.5%)
30 to 34 Years1,388 (88.5%)211 (15.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,647 (76.7%)153 (9.3%)
45 to 54 Years2,092 (74.6%)134 (6.4%)
55 to 59 Years903 (56.1%)195 (21.6%)
60 to 64 Years617 (34.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years664 (25.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over94 (4.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total10,243 (52.4%)1,157 (11.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus

According to labor force statistics for Columbus, 68.7% of individuals (8,151) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,864) are in the labor force, with 12.2% or 994 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 79.9% or 2,871 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 17.4% or 436 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School581 (43.4%)217 (16.2%)
High School Diploma2,503 (64.2%)678 (17.4%)
College / Associate Degree2,871 (79.9%)539 (15.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,199 (72.5%)39 (1.3%)
Total8,151 (68.7%)1,447 (12.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus are Community & Social Service (919 | 10.3%), Management (777 | 8.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (595 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (534 | 6.0%), and Health Technologists (442 | 5.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (52.3%), and Legal Services & Support (51.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (95.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (75.5%), and Health Technologists (73.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Management374 (48.1%)403 (51.9%)
Business & Financial137 (37.9%)225 (62.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science112 (52.3%)102 (47.7%)
Computers & Mathematics45 (46.9%)51 (53.1%)
Architecture & Engineering37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science30 (37.0%)51 (63.0%)
Community & Social Service 342 (37.2%)577 (62.8%)
Education, Arts & Media62 (32.3%)130 (67.7%)
Legal Services & Support52 (51.0%)50 (49.0%)
Education Instruction & Library224 (41.9%)310 (58.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment4 (4.4%)87 (95.6%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating146 (24.5%)449 (75.5%)
Health Technologists118 (26.7%)324 (73.3%)
Total (Category)1,111 (38.8%)1,756 (61.3%)
Total (Overall)4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbus are Food Preparation & Serving (917 | 10.3%), Cleaning & Maintenance (302 | 3.4%), Healthcare Support (202 | 2.3%), Personal Care & Service (202 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (11 | 0.1%).
Services Occupations in Columbus

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (48.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (84.7%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (61.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)202 (100.0%)
Security & Protection11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving440 (48.0%)477 (52.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance115 (38.1%)187 (61.9%)
Personal Care & Service31 (15.3%)171 (84.7%)
Total (Category)597 (36.5%)1,037 (63.5%)
Total (Overall)4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbus are Sales & Related (1,101 | 12.4%), and Office & Administration (816 | 9.2%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbus

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related266 (24.2%)835 (75.8%)
Office & Administration84 (10.3%)732 (89.7%)
Total (Category)350 (18.3%)1,567 (81.7%)
Total (Overall)4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Columbus are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (448 | 5.0%), and Construction & Extraction (307 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Columbus

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction307 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair442 (98.7%)6 (1.3%)
Total (Category)749 (99.2%)6 (0.8%)
Total (Overall)4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbus are Transportation (730 | 8.2%), Production (594 | 6.7%), and Material Moving (399 | 4.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbus

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Production331 (55.7%)263 (44.3%)
Transportation681 (93.3%)49 (6.7%)
Material Moving320 (80.2%)79 (19.8%)
Total (Category)1,332 (77.3%)391 (22.7%)
Total (Overall)4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

Employment Industries in Columbus

The major employment industries in Columbus include Retail Trade (1,605 | 18.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,333 | 15.0%), Manufacturing (1,067 | 12.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,027 | 11.5%), and Educational Services (936 | 10.5%).
Employment Industries in Columbus

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

The Columbus industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.0%), and Finance & Insurance (75.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction410 (97.6%)10 (2.4%)
Manufacturing636 (59.6%)431 (40.4%)
Wholesale Trade28 (28.3%)71 (71.7%)
Retail Trade814 (50.7%)791 (49.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing482 (77.6%)139 (22.4%)
Utilities91 (94.8%)5 (5.2%)
Information28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance52 (24.5%)160 (75.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing40 (25.6%)116 (74.4%)
Professional & Scientific95 (38.0%)155 (62.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support113 (45.8%)134 (54.2%)
Educational Services332 (35.5%)604 (64.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance253 (19.0%)1,080 (81.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services285 (27.8%)742 (72.3%)
Public Administration271 (67.7%)129 (32.3%)
Total4,139 (46.5%)4,757 (53.5%)

Education in Columbus

School Enrollment in Columbus

The most common levels of schooling among the 5,797 students in Columbus are middle school (1,567 | 27.0%), college / undergraduate (1,300 | 22.4%), and high school (1,121 | 19.3%).
School Enrollment in Columbus
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3165.4%
Kindergarten3215.5%
Elementary School1,01517.5%
Middle School1,56727.0%
High School1,12119.3%
College / Undergraduate1,30022.4%
Graduate / Professional1572.7%
Total5,797100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds318 (93.3%)23 (6.7%)
5 to 9 Year Old943 (87.6%)133 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,717 (91.2%)166 (8.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds696 (91.2%)67 (8.8%)
18 to 19 Year Olds561 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds674 (98.5%)10 (1.5%)
25 to 34 Year Olds384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over60 (57.1%)45 (42.9%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbus

Education (996 | 23.4%), business (767 | 18.0%), bio, nature & agricultural (696 | 16.3%), science & technology (453 | 10.6%), and social sciences (225 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 4,261 individuals in Columbus who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbus
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics852.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural69616.3%
Physical & Health Sciences1694.0%
Psychology1293.0%
Social Sciences2255.3%
Engineering731.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies541.3%
Science & Technology45310.6%
Business76718.0%
Education99623.4%
Literature & Languages561.3%
Liberal Arts & History1984.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1122.6%
Communications380.9%
Arts & Humanities2104.9%
Total4,261100.0%

Educational Attainment by Sex by Age in Columbus

Education By Age Bracket: 18 to 24 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 18 to 24 years in Columbus is high school diploma, with 471 individuals or 42.9% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have some college / no degree, with 701 individuals or 48.8%.
Education By Age Bracket in Columbus: 18 to 24 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade6 (0.5%)29 (2.0%)
9th to 12th Grade100 (9.1%)297 (20.7%)
High School Diploma471 (42.9%)223 (15.5%)
Some College / No Degree373 (34.0%)701 (48.8%)
Associate's Degree80 (7.3%)105 (7.3%)
Bachelor's Degree67 (6.1%)81 (5.6%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,097 (100.0%)1,436 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 25 to 34 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 25 to 34 years in Columbus is high school diploma, with 468 individuals or 30.0% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 701 individuals or 35.7%.
Education By Age Bracket in Columbus: 25 to 34 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade32 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
9th to 12th Grade121 (7.7%)67 (3.4%)
High School Diploma468 (30.0%)701 (35.7%)
Some College / No Degree459 (29.4%)491 (25.0%)
Associate's Degree81 (5.2%)224 (11.4%)
Bachelor's Degree199 (12.7%)229 (11.7%)
Graduate Degree202 (12.9%)250 (12.7%)
Total1,562 (100.0%)1,962 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 35 to 44 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 35 to 44 years in Columbus is high school diploma, with 309 individuals or 33.8% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have bachelor's degree, with 354 individuals or 28.7%.
Education By Age Bracket in Columbus: 35 to 44 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade0 (0.0%)16 (1.3%)
9th to 12th Grade229 (25.0%)22 (1.8%)
High School Diploma309 (33.8%)217 (17.6%)
Some College / No Degree179 (19.6%)309 (25.1%)
Associate's Degree41 (4.5%)139 (11.3%)
Bachelor's Degree123 (13.4%)354 (28.7%)
Graduate Degree34 (3.7%)175 (14.2%)
Total915 (100.0%)1,232 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 45 to 64 Years

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 45 to 64 years in Columbus is high school diploma, with 1,200 individuals or 42.2% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 1,004 individuals or 30.0%.
Education By Age Bracket in Columbus: 45 to 64 Years
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade90 (3.2%)197 (5.9%)
9th to 12th Grade310 (10.9%)255 (7.6%)
High School Diploma1,200 (42.2%)1,004 (30.0%)
Some College / No Degree503 (17.7%)598 (17.9%)
Associate's Degree252 (8.8%)317 (9.5%)
Bachelor's Degree66 (2.3%)662 (19.8%)
Graduate Degree425 (14.9%)314 (9.4%)
Total2,846 (100.0%)3,347 (100.0%)

Education By Age Bracket: 65 Years and over

The predominant educational accomplishment among men aged 65 years and over in Columbus is high school diploma, with 406 individuals or 21.5% of the male population in this age range. Women in the same age category tend to have high school diploma, with 879 individuals or 33.3%.
Education By Age Bracket in Columbus: 65 Years and over
Education AttainmentMaleFemale
Less than 9th Grade204 (10.8%)292 (11.1%)
9th to 12th Grade243 (12.9%)437 (16.6%)
High School Diploma406 (21.5%)879 (33.3%)
Some College / No Degree393 (20.9%)544 (20.6%)
Associate's Degree61 (3.2%)93 (3.5%)
Bachelor's Degree273 (14.5%)220 (8.3%)
Graduate Degree304 (16.1%)172 (6.5%)
Total1,884 (100.0%)2,637 (100.0%)

Transportation & Commute in Columbus

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle102 (2.4%)148 (3.3%)
1 Vehicle819 (19.4%)1,420 (31.5%)
2 Vehicles1,799 (42.5%)1,775 (39.4%)
3 Vehicles1,186 (28.1%)892 (19.8%)
4 Vehicles130 (3.1%)161 (3.6%)
5 or more Vehicles192 (4.5%)109 (2.4%)
Total4,228 (100.0%)4,505 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbus

Commute Time in Columbus
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes2112.5%
5 to 9 Minutes1,12413.4%
10 to 14 Minutes2,20426.3%
15 to 19 Minutes2,09124.9%
20 to 24 Minutes1,08813.0%
25 to 29 Minutes4255.1%
30 to 34 Minutes4975.9%
35 to 39 Minutes991.2%
40 to 44 Minutes520.6%
45 to 59 Minutes1121.3%
60 to 89 Minutes2082.5%
90 or more Minutes2773.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbus

Commute Time by Sex in Columbus
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes113 (2.8%)98 (2.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes350 (8.8%)774 (17.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes949 (23.8%)1,255 (28.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,100 (27.6%)991 (22.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes639 (16.0%)449 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Minutes250 (6.3%)175 (4.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes170 (4.3%)327 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes15 (0.4%)84 (1.9%)
40 to 44 Minutes52 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes16 (0.4%)96 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes54 (1.4%)154 (3.5%)
90 or more Minutes277 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM200 (5.0%)134 (3.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM239 (6.0%)21 (0.5%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM287 (7.2%)106 (2.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM430 (10.8%)178 (4.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM341 (8.6%)390 (8.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM453 (11.4%)948 (21.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM811 (20.3%)800 (18.2%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM440 (11.0%)615 (14.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM35 (0.9%)75 (1.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM88 (2.2%)281 (6.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM148 (3.7%)161 (3.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)72 (1.6%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM266 (6.7%)331 (7.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM247 (6.2%)291 (6.6%)
Total3,985 (100.0%)4,403 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,67847.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units5,16552.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,843100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household4,04341.1%
2-Person Household3,20332.5%
3-Person Household1,49915.2%
4+ Person Household1,09811.2%
Total Housing Units9,843100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,583 (39.2%)2,460 (60.9%)
2-Person Household1,869 (58.4%)1,334 (41.6%)
3-Person Household749 (50.0%)750 (50.0%)
4+ Person Household477 (43.4%)621 (56.6%)
Total Housing Units4,678 (47.5%)5,165 (52.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School780 (46.9%)883 (53.1%)
High School Diploma1,152 (38.9%)1,811 (61.1%)
College/Associate Degree1,169 (40.1%)1,748 (59.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,577 (68.6%)723 (31.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,05820.9%
35 to 44 Years1,23712.6%
45 to 54 Years1,59016.2%
55 to 64 Years1,95619.9%
65 to 74 Years1,81418.4%
75 to 84 Years8889.0%
85 Years and Over3003.0%
Total9,843100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership by Age of Householder in Columbus
Age BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Under 35 Years370 (18.0%)1,688 (82.0%)
35 to 44 Years325 (26.3%)912 (73.7%)
45 to 54 Years784 (49.3%)806 (50.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,229 (62.8%)727 (37.2%)
65 to 74 Years1,118 (61.6%)696 (38.4%)
75 to 84 Years637 (71.7%)251 (28.3%)
85 Years and Over215 (71.7%)85 (28.3%)
Total4,678 (47.5%)5,165 (52.5%)

Households by Occupants per Room in Columbus

Households by Occupants per Room in Columbus
Occupants per RoomOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1.00 or less4,658 (99.6%)5,074 (98.2%)
1.01 to 1.5020 (0.4%)91 (1.8%)
1.51 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Columbus

Occupancy by Move-In Year in Columbus
Move-In YearOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2017 or later186 (4.0%)893 (17.3%)
2015 to 2016748 (16.0%)2,639 (51.1%)
2010 to 2014515 (11.0%)769 (14.9%)
2000 to 2009991 (21.2%)515 (10.0%)
1990 to 1999761 (16.3%)130 (2.5%)
1989 or earlier1,477 (31.6%)219 (4.2%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Housing Finances in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,678 (47.5%)$59,167
Renter-Occupied5,165 (52.5%)$20,028
Average9,843 (100.0%)$34,488

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000145 (3.1%)645 (12.5%)
$5,000 to $9,999261 (5.6%)340 (6.6%)
$10,000 to $14,999218 (4.7%)871 (16.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999321 (6.9%)725 (14.0%)
$20,000 to $24,999174 (3.7%)244 (4.7%)
$25,000 to $34,999268 (5.7%)763 (14.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999604 (12.9%)572 (11.1%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,060 (22.7%)349 (6.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999626 (13.4%)315 (6.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999583 (12.5%)231 (4.5%)
$150,000 or more418 (8.9%)110 (2.1%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Housing Costs in Columbus

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Columbus

Monthly Median Housing Costs in Columbus

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus

Monthly Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus
Occupancy TypeMedian IncomeHousing Costs
Owner-Occupied$59,167$653 x 12mo (13.2%)
Renter-Occupied$20,028$786 x 12mo (47.1%)
Average$34,488$742 x 12mo (25.8%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300874 (18.7%)136 (2.6%)
$300 to $4991,031 (22.0%)429 (8.3%)
$500 to $799856 (18.3%)1,818 (35.2%)
$800 to $999701 (15.0%)1,302 (25.2%)
$1,000 to $1,499615 (13.2%)818 (15.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999308 (6.6%)75 (1.5%)
$2,000 to $2,499142 (3.0%)9 (0.2%)
$2,500 to $2,99975 (1.6%)8 (0.2%)
$3,000 or more76 (1.6%)7 (0.1%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent198 (22.6%)28 (1.6%)
20 to 29 percent106 (12.1%)97 (5.6%)
30 percent or more571 (65.3%)1,599 (92.7%)
Total875 (100.0%)1,724 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent162 (36.6%)37 (3.8%)
20 to 29 percent45 (10.2%)203 (21.1%)
30 percent or more235 (53.2%)722 (75.0%)
Total442 (100.0%)962 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent378 (62.6%)108 (21.5%)
20 to 29 percent165 (27.3%)349 (69.4%)
30 percent or more61 (10.1%)46 (9.1%)
Total604 (100.0%)503 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent760 (71.7%)208 (60.6%)
20 to 29 percent221 (20.8%)77 (22.5%)
30 percent or more79 (7.4%)58 (16.9%)
Total1,060 (100.0%)343 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Housing Costs / IncomeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than 20 percent1,450 (89.1%)546 (96.3%)
20 to 29 percent122 (7.5%)21 (3.7%)
30 percent or more55 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,627 (100.0%)567 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,53066.3%
Single Unit, Attached1141.2%
2 Unit Apartments7507.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4314.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1,12811.5%
10 or more Apartments6917.0%
Mobile Home / Other1992.0%
Total9,843100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,517 (69.2%)2,013 (30.8%)
Single Unit, Attached39 (34.2%)75 (65.8%)
2 Unit Apartments9 (1.2%)741 (98.8%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15 (3.5%)416 (96.5%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)1,128 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)691 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other98 (49.2%)101 (50.7%)
Total4,678 (47.5%)5,165 (52.5%)

Housing Structures by Year Built in Columbus

Housing Structures by Year Built in Columbus
Year Built# Structures% Structures
2014 or later00.0%
2010 to 2013760.8%
2000 to 20091,01110.3%
1980 to 19992,56426.1%
1960 to 19793,77838.4%
1940 to 19591,42614.5%
1939 or earlier98810.0%
Total9,843100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Columbus

Housing Structures by Occupancy by Year Built in Columbus
Year BuiltOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
2014 or later0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2010 to 201336 (0.8%)40 (0.8%)
2000 to 2009278 (5.9%)733 (14.2%)
1980 to 19991,231 (26.3%)1,333 (25.8%)
1960 to 19791,971 (42.1%)1,807 (35.0%)
1940 to 1959599 (12.8%)827 (16.0%)
1939 or earlier563 (12.0%)425 (8.2%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbus

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Columbus
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)125 (2.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms37 (0.8%)588 (11.4%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,337 (28.6%)2,987 (57.8%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,937 (41.4%)1,355 (26.2%)
8 or more Rooms1,367 (29.2%)110 (2.1%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,798 (59.8%)2,201 (42.6%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas157 (3.4%)159 (3.1%)
Electricity1,701 (36.4%)2,797 (54.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene8 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels14 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)8 (0.2%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle269 (5.8%)913 (17.7%)
1 Vehicle1,251 (26.7%)2,774 (53.7%)
2 Vehicles1,707 (36.5%)1,239 (24.0%)
3 or more Vehicles1,451 (31.0%)239 (4.6%)
Total4,678 (100.0%)5,165 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbus

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbus

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,3152,363
Median Property Value$96,200$123,300
Median Household Income$53,177$234
Monthly Housing Costs$366$76
Real Estate Taxes$1,033$337

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000474 (20.5%)215 (9.1%)
$50,000 to $99,999737 (31.8%)593 (25.1%)
$100,000 to $299,999861 (37.2%)1,194 (50.5%)
$300,000 to $499,999124 (5.4%)252 (10.7%)
$500,000 to $749,99970 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)84 (3.5%)
$1,000,000 or more49 (2.1%)25 (1.1%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)2,363 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000264 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999401 (17.3%)142 (6.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999170 (7.3%)312 (13.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999260 (11.2%)98 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999484 (20.9%)344 (14.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999298 (12.9%)576 (24.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999254 (11.0%)328 (13.9%)
$150,000 or more184 (8.0%)329 (13.9%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)2,363 (100.0%)

Housing Costs by Income Bracket by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: Less than $20,000

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>Less than $20,000</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent198 (33.6%)285 (29.0%)
20 to 29 percent106 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more286 (48.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total590 (100.0%)984 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $20,000 to $34,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$20,000 to $34,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent162 (73.6%)222 (77.9%)
20 to 29 percent17 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
30 percent or more41 (18.6%)28 (9.8%)
Total220 (100.0%)285 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $35,000 to $49,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$35,000 to $49,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent260 (100.0%)344 (177.3%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)118 (60.8%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)165 (85.1%)
Total260 (100.0%)194 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $50,000 to $74,999

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$50,000 to $74,999</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent484 (100.0%)576 (944.3%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)276 (452.5%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)221 (362.3%)
Total484 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income: $75,000 or more

Housing Costs as Percentage of Income in Columbus: <span>$75,000 or more</span>
Relative Housing CostsWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 20 percent736 (100.0%)891 (1,127.8%)
20 to 29 percent0 (0.0%)714 (903.8%)
30 percent or more0 (0.0%)122 (154.4%)
Total736 (100.0%)79 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbus

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Columbus
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x996 (43.0%)64,528 (2,730.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x514 (22.2%)1,202 (50.9%)
3.0x to 3.9x146 (6.3%)386 (16.3%)
4.0x or more634 (27.4%)223 (9.4%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)2,363 (100.0%)

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Columbus

Median Housing Costs without a Mortgage in Columbus
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $20023810.3%
$200 to $3991,10047.5%
$400 to $59964427.8%
$600 to $99923910.3%
$1,000 to $1,299853.7%
$1,300 to $1,49900.0%
$1,500 or more90.4%
Total2,315100.0%

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Columbus

Median Housing Costs with a Mortgage in Columbus
Housing Costs# Households# Households
Less than $200451.9%
$200 to $39900.0%
$400 to $59900.0%
$600 to $7991626.9%
$800 to $99943118.2%
$1,000 to $1,49964827.4%
$1,500 to $1,99953022.4%
$2,000 to $2,49929912.7%
$2,500 to $2,9991426.0%
$3,000 or more753.2%
Total2,363100.0%

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800615 (26.6%)45 (1.9%)
$800 to $1,499381 (16.5%)837 (35.4%)
$800 to $1,499378 (16.3%)610 (25.8%)
Total2,315 (100.0%)2,363 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,338 (98.0%)28 (2.1%)
6 to 18 Years3,442 (93.7%)232 (6.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,499 (63.6%)857 (36.4%)
26 to 34 Years2,234 (72.3%)858 (27.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,570 (75.4%)511 (24.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,858 (68.6%)849 (31.4%)
55 to 64 Years2,963 (88.2%)395 (11.8%)
65 to 74 Years2,487 (99.9%)2 (0.1%)
75 Years and older1,729 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19,120 (83.7%)3,732 (16.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,338 (98.0%)28 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,442 (93.7%)232 (6.3%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,499 (63.6%)857 (36.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0005,318 (80.3%)1,308 (19.7%)
$25,000 to $49,9994,187 (74.7%)1,420 (25.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,537 (90.5%)372 (9.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,093 (88.8%)264 (11.2%)
$100,000 and over3,524 (93.3%)253 (6.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Columbus
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6811 (59.4%)527 (38.6%)
6 to 18 Years2,142 (58.3%)1,407 (38.3%)
19 to 25 Years350 (14.9%)1,170 (49.7%)
25 to 34 Years554 (17.9%)1,761 (57.0%)
35 to 44 Years276 (13.3%)1,309 (62.9%)
45 to 54 Years478 (17.7%)1,530 (56.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,242 (37.0%)1,884 (56.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,271 (91.2%)1,116 (44.8%)
75 Years and over1,725 (99.8%)768 (44.4%)
Total9,849 (43.1%)11,472 (50.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years112 (6.5%)76 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years212 (9.1%)134 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years450 (12.4%)638 (14.1%)
65 to 74 Years308 (26.9%)382 (28.5%)
75 Years and over192 (31.7%)381 (33.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (0.6%)104 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years105 (9.1%)28 (2.1%)
75 Years and over80 (13.2%)121 (10.8%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years27 (1.2%)14 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years41 (1.1%)95 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years76 (6.6%)47 (3.5%)
75 Years and over24 (4.0%)129 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years78 (4.5%)76 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years212 (9.1%)93 (2.8%)
35 to 64 Years263 (7.2%)203 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years22 (1.9%)40 (3.0%)
75 Years and over43 (7.1%)63 (5.6%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years34 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years34 (1.5%)30 (0.9%)
35 to 64 Years382 (10.5%)417 (9.2%)
65 to 74 Years153 (13.3%)312 (23.3%)
75 Years and over123 (20.3%)280 (24.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)62 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years213 (5.9%)202 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years45 (3.9%)132 (9.8%)
75 Years and over64 (10.6%)100 (8.9%)

Technology Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,13552.2%
Smartphone7,75278.8%
Tablet4,24643.1%
No Computing Device1,62616.5%
Total9,843100.0%

Internet Access in Columbus

Internet Access in Columbus
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet130.1%
Broadband Home4,84349.2%
Cellular Data Only2,59226.3%
Satellite Internet4534.6%
No Internet2,20222.4%
Total9,843100.0%