Columbus, NE

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Columbus Overview

24,035
TOTAL POPULATION
11,774
MALE POPULATION
12,261
FEMALE POPULATION
96.03
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.14
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,315
PER CAPITA INCOME
$85,797
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$65,341
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
26.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
73.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
12,610
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Columbus Zip Codes

Columbus Area Codes

Race in Columbus

The most populous races in Columbus are White / Caucasian (19,611 | 81.6%), Hispanic or Latino (5,892 | 24.5%), and Two or more Races (2,746 | 11.4%).
Race in Columbus
Race# Population% Population
Asian1320.5%
Black / African American1500.6%
Hawaiian / Pacific110.1%
Hispanic or Latino5,89224.5%
Native / Alaskan180.1%
White / Caucasian19,61181.6%
Two or more Races2,74611.4%
Some other Race1,3675.7%
Total24,035100.0%

Ancestry in Columbus

The most populous ancestries reported in Columbus are German (7,707 | 32.1%), Mexican (3,303 | 13.7%), Polish (2,035 | 8.5%), Czech (1,974 | 8.2%), and Irish (1,883 | 7.8%), together accounting for 70.3% of all Columbus residents.
Ancestry in Columbus
Ancestry# Population% Population
African400.2%
American8343.5%
Arab410.2%
Austrian20.0%
Belgian190.1%
Bhutanese510.2%
Blackfeet10.0%
British210.1%
Burmese290.1%
Canadian130.1%
Central American1,7807.4%
Cherokee300.1%
Cheyenne30.0%
Chilean250.1%
Colombian190.1%
Cuban5792.4%
Czech1,9748.2%
Czechoslovakian1200.5%
Danish3171.3%
Dutch2701.1%
Eastern European720.3%
English1,5256.3%
Ethiopian260.1%
European3401.4%
French1890.8%
French Canadian630.3%
German7,70732.1%
Greek100.0%
Guatemalan6182.6%
Honduran1,0724.5%
Hungarian140.1%
Iranian140.1%
Irish1,8837.8%
Italian1980.8%
Jamaican330.1%
Jordanian290.1%
Korean660.3%
Latvian100.0%
Lithuanian440.2%
Luxembourger110.1%
Mexican3,30313.7%
Mexican American Indian170.1%
Nigerian20.0%
Norwegian3241.3%
Peruvian690.3%
Polish2,0358.5%
Portuguese230.1%
Puerto Rican920.4%
Russian440.2%
Salvadoran900.4%
Scandinavian910.4%
Scotch-Irish630.3%
Scottish2020.8%
Sioux760.3%
Slovak50.0%
South American1340.6%
Subsaharan African680.3%
Swedish5042.1%
Swiss2220.9%
Syrian120.1%
Ukrainian550.2%
Uruguayan210.1%
Welsh2331.0%
Yugoslavian10.0%
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Immigrants in Columbus

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Columbus came from Latin America (3,019 | 12.6%), Central America (2,559 | 10.6%), Mexico (1,343 | 5.6%), Honduras (752 | 3.1%), and Caribbean (402 | 1.7%), together accounting for 33.6% of all Columbus residents.
Immigrants in Columbus
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa480.2%
Asia1130.5%
Belgium30.0%
Canada130.1%
Caribbean4021.7%
Central America2,55910.6%
Chile90.0%
Colombia190.1%
Cuba4021.7%
Eastern Africa460.2%
Eastern Asia290.1%
Eastern Europe260.1%
El Salvador990.4%
Ethiopia260.1%
Europe710.3%
Guatemala3651.5%
Honduras7523.1%
India370.2%
Jordan290.1%
Korea290.1%
Latin America3,01912.6%
Mexico1,3435.6%
Nigeria20.0%
Peru300.1%
Philippines180.1%
Poland250.1%
Russia10.0%
South America580.2%
South Central Asia370.2%
South Eastern Asia180.1%
Switzerland420.2%
Western Africa20.0%
Western Asia290.1%
Western Europe450.2%
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Sex and Age in Columbus

Sex and Age in Columbus

The most populous age groups in Columbus are 10 to 14 Years (1,018 | 8.6%) for men and 35 to 39 Years (993 | 8.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years852 (7.2%)882 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years832 (7.1%)902 (7.4%)
10 to 14 Years1,018 (8.6%)896 (7.3%)
15 to 19 Years884 (7.5%)768 (6.3%)
20 to 24 Years572 (4.9%)800 (6.5%)
25 to 29 Years781 (6.6%)603 (4.9%)
30 to 34 Years671 (5.7%)700 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Years880 (7.5%)993 (8.1%)
40 to 44 Years843 (7.2%)526 (4.3%)
45 to 49 Years599 (5.1%)560 (4.6%)
50 to 54 Years739 (6.3%)610 (5.0%)
55 to 59 Years791 (6.7%)902 (7.4%)
60 to 64 Years640 (5.4%)694 (5.7%)
65 to 69 Years464 (3.9%)599 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years464 (3.9%)566 (4.6%)
75 to 79 Years329 (2.8%)416 (3.4%)
80 to 84 Years218 (1.8%)275 (2.2%)
85 Years and over197 (1.7%)569 (4.6%)
Total11,774 (100.0%)12,261 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Columbus

Median Family Size in Columbus

The median family size in Columbus is 3.23 persons per family, with single female/mother families (997 | 17.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.7 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (427 | 7.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.63 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Columbus
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple4,455 (75.8%)3.18
Single Male/Father427 (7.3%)2.63
Single Female/Mother997 (17.0%)3.70
Total Families5,879 (100.0%)3.23

Median Household Size in Columbus

The median household size in Columbus is 2.49 persons per household, with single female/mother households (997 | 10.5%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.01 persons per household. non-family households (3,657 | 38.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.15 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Columbus
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple4,455 (46.7%)3.20
Single Male/Father427 (4.5%)2.90
Single Female/Mother997 (10.5%)4.01
Non-family3,657 (38.4%)1.15
Total Households9,536 (100.0%)2.49

Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus

Out of a total of 9,536 households in Columbus, 5,879 (61.7%) are family households, while 3,657 (38.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,717, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,221.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Columbus
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,221 (33.8%)
2-Person Households2,717 (28.5%)395 (4.1%)
3-Person Households1,010 (10.6%)41 (0.4%)
4-Person Households880 (9.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households993 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households105 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households174 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,879 (61.7%)3,657 (38.4%)

Female Fertility in Columbus

Fertility by Age in Columbus

Average fertility rate in Columbus is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 130.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Columbus
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years23 (6.1%)30.0
20 to 34 years273 (72.0%)130.0
35 to 50 years83 (21.9%)38.0
Total379 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus

80.5% of women with births (379) in Columbus are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 13.5% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Columbus
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years236 (86.5%)37 (13.6%)
35 to 50 years69 (83.1%)14 (16.9%)
Total305 (80.5%)74 (19.5%)

Fertility by Education in Columbus

Average fertility rate in Columbus is 75.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 308.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 11.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 27.7% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School12 (3.2%)11.0
High School Diploma100 (26.4%)72.0
College or Associate's Degree93 (24.5%)62.0
Bachelor's Degree105 (27.7%)118.0
Graduate Degree69 (18.2%)308.0
Total379 (100.0%)75.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus

19.5% of women with births in Columbus are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 59.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6 (50.0%)6 (50.0%)
High School Diploma41 (41.0%)59 (59.0%)
College or Associate's Degree93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree96 (91.4%)9 (8.6%)
Graduate Degree69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total305 (80.5%)74 (19.5%)

Income in Columbus

Income Overview in Columbus

Per Capita Income in Columbus is $34,315, while median incomes of families and households are $85,797 and $65,341 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income24,035$34,315
Median Family Income5,879$85,797
Mean Family Income5,879$101,506
Median Household Income9,536$65,341
Mean Household Income9,536$83,061
Income Deficit5,879$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)24,03526.31%
Wage / Income Gap ($)24,03573.69¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index24,0350.41

Earnings by Sex in Columbus

Average Earnings in Columbus are $41,092, $47,660 for men and $35,123 for women, a difference of 26.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Columbus
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male7,122 (54.1%)$47,660
Female6,040 (45.9%)$35,123
Total13,162 (100.0%)$41,092

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus

The most common earnings brackets in Columbus are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (813 | 11.4%) and $30,000 to $34,999 for women (658 | 10.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Columbus
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less188 (2.6%)249 (4.1%)
$2,500 to $4,999278 (3.9%)289 (4.8%)
$5,000 to $7,499188 (2.6%)203 (3.4%)
$7,500 to $9,999197 (2.8%)104 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $12,499186 (2.6%)239 (4.0%)
$12,500 to $14,999114 (1.6%)317 (5.2%)
$15,000 to $17,499107 (1.5%)258 (4.3%)
$17,500 to $19,99992 (1.3%)132 (2.2%)
$20,000 to $22,499149 (2.1%)89 (1.5%)
$22,500 to $24,999231 (3.2%)144 (2.4%)
$25,000 to $29,999235 (3.3%)321 (5.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999247 (3.5%)658 (10.9%)
$35,000 to $39,999546 (7.7%)534 (8.8%)
$40,000 to $44,999441 (6.2%)600 (9.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999639 (9.0%)502 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999383 (5.4%)329 (5.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999803 (11.3%)443 (7.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999588 (8.3%)201 (3.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999813 (11.4%)288 (4.8%)
$100,000+697 (9.8%)140 (2.3%)
Total7,122 (100.0%)6,040 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Average earnings in Columbus are $51,480 for men and $37,404 for women, a difference of 27.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $77,845, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $42,241. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $62,045, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $32,948.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$47,012$35,308
High School Diploma$42,241$35,870
College or Associate's Degree$50,940$32,948
Bachelor's Degree$77,845$45,774
Graduate Degree$66,563$62,045
Total$51,480$37,404

Family Income in Columbus

Family Income Brackets in Columbus

According to the Columbus family income data, there are 1,329 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 22.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 6 families (0.1%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000761.3%
$10,000 to $14,99960.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992414.1%
$25,000 to $34,9992884.9%
$35,000 to $49,99976413.0%
$50,000 to $74,9991,18220.1%
$75,000 to $99,9991,11118.9%
$100,000 to $149,9991,32922.6%
$150,000 to $199,9994828.2%
$200,000+3886.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus

6-person families (105 | 1.8%) account for the highest median family income in Columbus with $98,456 per family, while 2-person families (2,834 | 48.2%) have the highest median income of $39,028 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Columbus
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,834 (48.2%)$78,056
3-Person Families977 (16.6%)$97,604
4-Person Families913 (15.5%)$92,829
5-Person Families876 (14.9%)$86,034
6-Person Families105 (1.8%)$98,456
7+ Person Families174 (3.0%)$68,508
Total5,879 (100.0%)$85,797

Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus

The median family income in Columbus is $85,797, with families comprising 3+ earners (774) having the highest median family income of $119,663, while families with no earners (850) have the lowest median family income of $50,500, accounting for 13.2% and 14.5% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Columbus
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners850 (14.5%)$50,500
1 Earner1,669 (28.4%)$57,154
2 Earners2,586 (44.0%)$103,730
3+ Earners774 (13.2%)$119,663
Total5,879 (100.0%)$85,797

Household Income in Columbus

Household Income Brackets in Columbus

With 1,888 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Columbus, accounting for 19.8% of all households. In contrast, only 124 households (1.3%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Columbus
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001241.3%
$10,000 to $14,9994674.9%
$15,000 to $24,9998589.0%
$25,000 to $34,9995635.9%
$35,000 to $49,9991,47815.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,88819.8%
$75,000 to $99,9991,48815.6%
$100,000 to $149,9991,65017.3%
$150,000 to $199,9995726.0%
$200,000+4394.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus

The median household income in Columbus is $65,341, with the highest median household income of $90,426 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,060 households (32.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,292, with 471 households (4.9%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Columbus
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years471 (4.9%)$44,292
25 to 44 Years3,303 (34.6%)$73,650
45 to 64 Years3,060 (32.1%)$90,426
65+ Years2,702 (28.3%)$54,270
Total9,536 (100.0%)$65,341

Poverty in Columbus

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

With 8.8% poverty level for males and 10.0% for females among the residents of Columbus, 15 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 55 males (49.1%) and 63 females (21.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (8.1%)190 (21.5%)
5 Years33 (26.8%)5 (4.7%)
6 to 11 Years87 (7.9%)123 (11.6%)
12 to 14 Years39 (6.3%)29 (4.6%)
15 Years55 (49.1%)63 (21.8%)
16 and 17 Years65 (20.2%)28 (11.2%)
18 to 24 Years125 (12.4%)152 (14.8%)
25 to 34 Years69 (4.8%)125 (9.6%)
35 to 44 Years221 (13.1%)204 (13.4%)
45 to 54 Years61 (4.6%)91 (7.8%)
55 to 64 Years79 (5.5%)140 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years89 (9.7%)52 (4.5%)
75 Years and over37 (5.1%)13 (1.1%)
Total1,029 (8.8%)1,215 (10.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus

According to the poverty statistics in Columbus, males aged 45 to 54 years and females aged 75 years and over are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 95.4% of males and 98.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years783 (91.9%)692 (78.5%)
5 Years90 (73.2%)102 (95.3%)
6 to 11 Years1,018 (92.1%)939 (88.4%)
12 to 14 Years580 (93.7%)595 (95.4%)
15 Years57 (50.9%)226 (78.2%)
16 and 17 Years257 (79.8%)223 (88.8%)
18 to 24 Years885 (87.6%)872 (85.2%)
25 to 34 Years1,373 (95.2%)1,177 (90.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,470 (86.9%)1,314 (86.6%)
45 to 54 Years1,254 (95.4%)1,079 (92.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,347 (94.5%)1,436 (91.1%)
65 to 74 Years833 (90.3%)1,107 (95.5%)
75 Years and over687 (94.9%)1,132 (98.9%)
Total10,634 (91.2%)10,894 (90.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Columbus show that 2.5% or 112 of the total 4,455 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 37.7%, comprising of 20 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 1.7%, which includes 12 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Columbus
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children2,444 (97.8%)55 (2.2%)
1 or 2 Children1,187 (97.9%)25 (2.1%)
3 or 4 Children679 (98.3%)12 (1.7%)
5 or more Children33 (62.3%)20 (37.7%)
Total4,343 (97.5%)112 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus

According to the poverty data in Columbus, 6.1% or 26 single-father households and 18.9% or 188 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 26 households (30.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 106 households (37.3%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)9 (3.4%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)73 (17.3%)
3 or 4 Children26 (30.2%)106 (37.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total26 (6.1%)188 (18.9%)

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

The poverty data for Columbus shows that 112 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 214 of the single-parent households (15.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 20 households (37.7%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 132 household (35.7%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Columbus
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children55 (2.2%)9 (2.1%)
1 or 2 Children25 (2.1%)73 (12.1%)
3 or 4 Children12 (1.7%)132 (35.7%)
5 or more Children20 (37.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total112 (2.5%)214 (15.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Columbus

Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus

Among the 12,135 employed individuals in Columbus, private company employees (8,850 | 72.9%), not-for-profit organizations (901 | 7.4%), and local government employees (809 | 6.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Columbus
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees8,85072.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)4854.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)7386.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations9017.4%
Local Government Employees8096.7%
State Government Employees2502.1%
Federal Government Employees910.7%
Unpaid Family Workers110.1%
Total12,135100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Columbus

According to the labor force statistics for Columbus, out of the total population over 16 years of age (18,249), 69.1% or 12,610 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 315 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 95.2% or 1,306 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 5.7% or 59 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Columbus
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years714 (57.2%)39 (5.5%)
20 to 24 Years1,306 (95.2%)27 (2.1%)
25 to 29 Years1,251 (90.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years1,248 (91.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years2,752 (84.9%)105 (3.8%)
45 to 54 Years2,049 (81.7%)66 (3.2%)
55 to 59 Years1,415 (83.6%)13 (0.9%)
60 to 64 Years1,030 (77.2%)59 (5.7%)
65 to 74 Years624 (29.8%)7 (1.1%)
75 Years and over226 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total12,610 (69.1%)315 (2.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus

According to labor force statistics for Columbus, 84.5% of individuals (9,745) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (11,532) are in the labor force, with 2.5% or 244 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 88.6% or 2,501 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.9% or 148 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School790 (73.6%)45 (4.2%)
High School Diploma3,023 (84.0%)176 (4.9%)
College / Associate Degree3,427 (84.9%)16 (0.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher2,501 (88.6%)56 (2.0%)
Total9,745 (84.5%)288 (2.5%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus are Community & Social Service (1,112 | 9.0%), Management (1,095 | 8.9%), Education Instruction & Library (800 | 6.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (776 | 6.3%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (550 | 4.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Columbus

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (96.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (70.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (81.5%), Education Instruction & Library (79.6%), and Community & Social Service (73.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Management657 (60.0%)438 (40.0%)
Business & Financial261 (61.7%)162 (38.3%)
Computers, Engineering & Science547 (70.5%)229 (29.5%)
Computers & Mathematics81 (45.3%)98 (54.7%)
Architecture & Engineering416 (96.7%)14 (3.3%)
Life, Physical & Social Science50 (29.9%)117 (70.1%)
Community & Social Service 291 (26.2%)821 (73.8%)
Education, Arts & Media72 (44.7%)89 (55.3%)
Legal Services & Support16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library163 (20.4%)637 (79.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment40 (29.6%)95 (70.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating153 (27.8%)397 (72.2%)
Health Technologists76 (18.5%)334 (81.5%)
Total (Category)1,909 (48.3%)2,047 (51.7%)
Total (Overall)6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Columbus are Food Preparation & Serving (735 | 6.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (394 | 3.2%), Personal Care & Service (295 | 2.4%), Healthcare Support (221 | 1.8%), and Security & Protection (183 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Columbus

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Columbus, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (91.3%), and Law Enforcement (88.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (93.7%), Personal Care & Service (88.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (52.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support14 (6.3%)207 (93.7%)
Security & Protection167 (91.3%)16 (8.7%)
Firefighting & Prevention41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement126 (88.7%)16 (11.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving352 (47.9%)383 (52.1%)
Cleaning & Maintenance205 (52.0%)189 (48.0%)
Personal Care & Service35 (11.9%)260 (88.1%)
Total (Category)773 (42.3%)1,055 (57.7%)
Total (Overall)6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Columbus are Sales & Related (1,091 | 8.9%), and Office & Administration (791 | 6.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Columbus

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related407 (37.3%)684 (62.7%)
Office & Administration154 (19.5%)637 (80.5%)
Total (Category)561 (29.8%)1,321 (70.2%)
Total (Overall)6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Columbus are Construction & Extraction (588 | 4.8%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (513 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (187 | 1.5%).
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 & Forestry148 (79.1%)39 (20.9%)
Construction & Extraction574 (97.6%)14 (2.4%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair487 (94.9%)26 (5.1%)
Total (Category)1,209 (93.9%)79 (6.1%)
Total (Overall)6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Columbus are Production (2,390 | 19.5%), Material Moving (554 | 4.5%), and Transportation (392 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Columbus

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Columbus
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1,477 (61.8%)913 (38.2%)
Transportation361 (92.1%)31 (7.9%)
Material Moving489 (88.3%)65 (11.7%)
Total (Category)2,327 (69.8%)1,009 (30.2%)
Total (Overall)6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

Employment Industries in Columbus

The major employment industries in Columbus include Manufacturing (3,829 | 31.2%), Retail Trade (1,428 | 11.6%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,172 | 9.5%), Construction (917 | 7.5%), and Educational Services (842 | 6.9%).
Employment Industries in Columbus

Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus

The Columbus industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Construction (95.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (81.7%), and Educational Services (74.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Columbus
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting309 (80.3%)76 (19.7%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction879 (95.9%)38 (4.1%)
Manufacturing2,531 (66.1%)1,298 (33.9%)
Wholesale Trade85 (63.4%)49 (36.6%)
Retail Trade634 (44.4%)794 (55.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing345 (88.7%)44 (11.3%)
Utilities237 (62.2%)144 (37.8%)
Information36 (42.3%)49 (57.7%)
Finance & Insurance195 (39.5%)299 (60.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific101 (46.3%)117 (53.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support82 (42.9%)109 (57.1%)
Educational Services213 (25.3%)629 (74.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance215 (18.3%)957 (81.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services284 (42.2%)389 (57.8%)
Public Administration248 (69.9%)107 (30.1%)
Total6,779 (55.2%)5,511 (44.8%)

Education in Columbus

School Enrollment in Columbus

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,012 students in Columbus are middle school (1,577 | 26.2%), elementary school (1,460 | 24.3%), and high school (1,416 | 23.5%).
School Enrollment in Columbus
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5068.4%
Kindergarten2223.7%
Elementary School1,46024.3%
Middle School1,57726.2%
High School1,41623.5%
College / Undergraduate5649.4%
Graduate / Professional2674.4%
Total6,012100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus

Out of a total of 6,012 students who are enrolled in schools in Columbus, 1,263 (21.0%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,749 (79.0%) 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 206 (55.8% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,379 (84.2% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Columbus
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds163 (44.2%)206 (55.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,379 (84.2%)259 (15.8%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,571 (82.4%)336 (17.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds768 (79.8%)194 (20.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds293 (70.3%)124 (29.7%)
20 to 24 Year Olds289 (79.2%)76 (20.8%)
25 to 34 Year Olds114 (77.5%)33 (22.5%)
35 Years and over170 (82.1%)37 (17.9%)
Total4,749 (79.0%)1,263 (21.0%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Columbus

Business (949 | 23.1%), education (820 | 20.0%), science & technology (361 | 8.8%), arts & humanities (343 | 8.4%), and bio, nature & agricultural (297 | 7.2%) are the most common fields of study among 4,101 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 & Mathematics842.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2977.2%
Physical & Health Sciences1092.7%
Psychology441.1%
Social Sciences1112.7%
Engineering2877.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies892.2%
Science & Technology3618.8%
Business94923.1%
Education82020.0%
Literature & Languages2456.0%
Liberal Arts & History751.8%
Visual & Performing Arts1353.3%
Communications1523.7%
Arts & Humanities3438.4%
Total4,101100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Columbus

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Columbus are males with 2 vehicles (2,970, accounting for 44.1%) and females with 2 vehicles (2,087, making up 55.2%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Columbus
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle219 (3.3%)224 (4.2%)
1 Vehicle962 (14.3%)844 (15.7%)
2 Vehicles2,970 (44.1%)2,087 (38.8%)
3 Vehicles1,474 (21.9%)1,276 (23.7%)
4 Vehicles697 (10.3%)722 (13.4%)
5 or more Vehicles418 (6.2%)228 (4.2%)
Total6,740 (100.0%)5,381 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Columbus

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Columbus are 5 to 9 minutes (3,924 commuters, 33.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (3,429 commuters, 29.6%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,525 commuters, 13.2%).
Commute Time in Columbus
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,1239.7%
5 to 9 Minutes3,92433.9%
10 to 14 Minutes3,42929.6%
15 to 19 Minutes1,52513.2%
20 to 24 Minutes5875.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1181.0%
30 to 34 Minutes2021.7%
35 to 39 Minutes1561.3%
40 to 44 Minutes890.8%
45 to 59 Minutes1991.7%
60 to 89 Minutes1471.3%
90 or more Minutes930.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Columbus

The most common commute times in Columbus are 10 to 14 minutes (1,923 commuters, 29.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (2,050 commuters, 40.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Columbus
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes697 (10.6%)426 (8.5%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,874 (28.5%)2,050 (40.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes1,923 (29.3%)1,506 (30.0%)
15 to 19 Minutes1,009 (15.4%)516 (10.3%)
20 to 24 Minutes393 (6.0%)194 (3.9%)
25 to 29 Minutes118 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes86 (1.3%)116 (2.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes85 (1.3%)71 (1.4%)
40 to 44 Minutes54 (0.8%)35 (0.7%)
45 to 59 Minutes116 (1.8%)83 (1.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes121 (1.8%)26 (0.5%)
90 or more Minutes93 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus

The most frequent times of departure to work in Columbus are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (929, 14.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (822, 16.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Columbus
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM704 (10.7%)189 (3.8%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM218 (3.3%)141 (2.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM643 (9.8%)337 (6.7%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM463 (7.0%)256 (5.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM568 (8.6%)637 (12.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM577 (8.8%)616 (12.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM929 (14.1%)822 (16.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM443 (6.7%)436 (8.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM168 (2.6%)281 (5.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM134 (2.0%)177 (3.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM123 (1.9%)134 (2.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM69 (1.1%)24 (0.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM877 (13.4%)504 (10.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM653 (9.9%)469 (9.3%)
Total6,569 (100.0%)5,023 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus

Of the total 9,536 dwellings in Columbus, owner-occupied units account for 6,686 (70.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,850 (29.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Columbus
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units6,68670.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,85029.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,536100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Household Size in Columbus
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,22133.8%
2-Person Household3,11232.6%
3-Person Household1,05111.0%
4+ Person Household2,15222.6%
Total Housing Units9,536100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,759 (54.6%)1,462 (45.4%)
2-Person Household2,558 (82.2%)554 (17.8%)
3-Person Household763 (72.6%)288 (27.4%)
4+ Person Household1,606 (74.6%)546 (25.4%)
Total Housing Units6,686 (70.1%)2,850 (29.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Columbus
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School509 (55.7%)405 (44.3%)
High School Diploma1,549 (63.2%)902 (36.8%)
College/Associate Degree2,744 (73.6%)982 (26.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,884 (77.1%)561 (22.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Columbus
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,92720.2%
35 to 44 Years1,84719.4%
45 to 54 Years1,34114.1%
55 to 64 Years1,71918.0%
65 to 74 Years1,26813.3%
75 to 84 Years8478.9%
85 Years and Over5876.2%
Total9,536100.0%

Housing Finances in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus

Median Income by Occupancy in Columbus
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied6,686 (70.1%)$84,419
Renter-Occupied2,850 (29.9%)$40,174
Average9,536 (100.0%)$65,341

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Columbus
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00051 (0.8%)35 (1.2%)
$5,000 to $9,9998 (0.1%)31 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $14,99979 (1.2%)393 (13.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999201 (3.0%)194 (6.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999239 (3.6%)224 (7.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999194 (2.9%)364 (12.8%)
$35,000 to $49,999854 (12.8%)628 (22.0%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,376 (20.6%)508 (17.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,265 (18.9%)223 (7.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,429 (21.4%)225 (7.9%)
$150,000 or more990 (14.8%)25 (0.9%)
Total6,686 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Columbus
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300232 (3.5%)82 (2.9%)
$300 to $4991,024 (15.3%)283 (9.9%)
$500 to $7991,743 (26.1%)868 (30.5%)
$800 to $999682 (10.2%)449 (15.8%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,617 (24.2%)791 (27.8%)
$1,500 to $1,999812 (12.1%)231 (8.1%)
$2,000 to $2,499282 (4.2%)33 (1.2%)
$2,500 to $2,999247 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more47 (0.7%)38 (1.3%)
Total6,686 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus

Housing Structures in Columbus
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7,16375.1%
Single Unit, Attached3603.8%
2 Unit Apartments2602.7%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments2272.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2913.0%
10 or more Apartments95410.0%
Mobile Home / Other2812.9%
Total9,536100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Columbus
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached6,374 (89.0%)789 (11.0%)
Single Unit, Attached50 (13.9%)310 (86.1%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)260 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)227 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments6 (2.1%)285 (97.9%)
10 or more Apartments16 (1.7%)938 (98.3%)
Mobile Home / Other240 (85.4%)41 (14.6%)
Total6,686 (70.1%)2,850 (29.9%)

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%)158 (5.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms202 (3.0%)803 (28.2%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,669 (25.0%)1,140 (40.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,971 (29.5%)369 (13.0%)
8 or more Rooms2,844 (42.5%)380 (13.3%)
Total6,686 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Columbus
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,812 (42.1%)496 (17.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas84 (1.3%)35 (1.2%)
Electricity3,734 (55.8%)2,300 (80.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels32 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used24 (0.4%)19 (0.7%)
Total6,686 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus

Household Vehicle Usage in Columbus
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle90 (1.3%)633 (22.2%)
1 Vehicle1,257 (18.8%)1,335 (46.8%)
2 Vehicles3,068 (45.9%)742 (26.0%)
3 or more Vehicles2,271 (34.0%)140 (4.9%)
Total6,686 (100.0%)2,850 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Columbus

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Columbus

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units3,2923,394
Median Property Value$174,000$198,500
Median Household Income$68,410$628
Monthly Housing Costs$563$47
Real Estate Taxes$2,670$27

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000292 (8.9%)25 (0.7%)
$50,000 to $99,999401 (12.2%)171 (5.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9992,109 (64.1%)2,516 (74.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999431 (13.1%)599 (17.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99928 (0.9%)59 (1.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99911 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more20 (0.6%)24 (0.7%)
Total3,292 (100.0%)3,394 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00038 (1.1%)26 (0.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999381 (11.6%)21 (0.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99992 (2.8%)138 (4.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999639 (19.4%)102 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999829 (25.2%)215 (6.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999611 (18.6%)547 (16.1%)
$100,000 to $149,999340 (10.3%)654 (19.3%)
$150,000 or more362 (11.0%)1,089 (32.1%)
Total3,292 (100.0%)3,394 (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 2.0x1,184 (36.0%)102,174 (3,010.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x777 (23.6%)1,560 (46.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x553 (16.8%)1,021 (30.1%)
4.0x or more760 (23.1%)311 (9.2%)
Total3,292 (100.0%)3,394 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Columbus
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800259 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499318 (9.7%)79 (2.3%)
$800 to $1,4992,401 (72.9%)341 (10.1%)
Total3,292 (100.0%)3,394 (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 Years1,803 (91.8%)161 (8.2%)
6 to 18 Years4,463 (92.9%)343 (7.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,601 (82.7%)335 (17.3%)
26 to 34 Years2,033 (83.8%)392 (16.2%)
35 to 44 Years2,700 (84.4%)499 (15.6%)
45 to 54 Years2,228 (89.7%)257 (10.3%)
55 to 64 Years2,580 (85.9%)422 (14.1%)
65 to 74 Years2,081 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older1,869 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total21,358 (89.9%)2,409 (10.1%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Columbus
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,803 (91.8%)161 (8.2%)
Foreign Born, Citizen4,463 (92.9%)343 (7.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,601 (82.7%)335 (17.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Columbus
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,843 (84.7%)333 (15.3%)
$25,000 to $49,9993,885 (87.7%)544 (12.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9993,689 (87.2%)541 (12.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,326 (91.6%)306 (8.4%)
$100,000 and over8,580 (92.8%)664 (7.2%)

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 6739 (37.6%)1,191 (60.6%)
6 to 18 Years1,912 (39.8%)2,918 (60.7%)
19 to 25 Years149 (7.7%)1,500 (77.5%)
25 to 34 Years266 (11.0%)1,867 (77.0%)
35 to 44 Years519 (16.2%)2,402 (75.1%)
45 to 54 Years306 (12.3%)2,018 (81.2%)
55 to 64 Years247 (8.2%)2,356 (78.5%)
65 to 74 Years1,944 (93.4%)1,216 (58.4%)
75 Years and over1,852 (99.1%)1,227 (65.6%)
Total7,934 (33.4%)16,695 (70.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Columbus
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years90 (10.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years98 (4.3%)50 (2.1%)
18 to 34 Years269 (11.0%)156 (6.7%)
35 to 64 Years588 (13.3%)635 (14.9%)
65 to 74 Years143 (15.5%)237 (20.4%)
75 Years and over184 (25.4%)637 (55.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Columbus

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years14 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years40 (1.8%)11 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years41 (1.7%)7 (0.3%)
35 to 64 Years157 (3.5%)79 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years94 (10.2%)27 (2.3%)
75 Years and over96 (13.3%)247 (21.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years76 (8.9%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years17 (0.7%)12 (0.5%)
35 to 64 Years76 (1.7%)192 (4.5%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)18 (1.5%)
75 Years and over62 (8.6%)120 (10.5%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years58 (2.5%)39 (1.7%)
18 to 34 Years239 (9.8%)115 (4.9%)
35 to 64 Years219 (5.0%)183 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years6 (0.6%)45 (3.9%)
75 Years and over11 (1.5%)205 (17.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years45 (1.8%)28 (1.2%)
35 to 64 Years320 (7.2%)383 (9.0%)
65 to 74 Years43 (4.7%)213 (18.4%)
75 Years and over55 (7.6%)248 (21.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Columbus: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)11 (0.5%)
18 to 34 Years40 (1.6%)30 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years176 (4.0%)115 (2.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)6 (0.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)111 (9.7%)

Technology Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus

Computing Device Access in Columbus
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7,18175.3%
Smartphone7,88682.7%
Tablet5,69259.7%
No Computing Device6877.2%
Total9,536100.0%

Internet Access in Columbus

Internet Access in Columbus
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet240.3%
Broadband Home7,07774.2%
Cellular Data Only99110.4%
Satellite Internet3313.5%
No Internet1,18512.4%
Total9,536100.0%

Columbus Summary

Columbus, Nebraska is a city located in Platte County, Nebraska, United States. It is the county seat of Platte County and is located along the Loup River. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 22,111, making it the second-largest city in Nebraska.

History

The area that is now Columbus was first settled in 1856 by a group of settlers from Columbus, Ohio. The town was originally named "Columbia" after the nearby Platte River, but the name was changed to "Columbus" in 1858. The city was officially incorporated in 1874.
In the late 19th century, Columbus was a major stop on the Union Pacific Railroad, and the city grew rapidly. By the early 20th century, it had become a major agricultural center, with a variety of industries, including a large sugar beet processing plant.

Geography

Columbus is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 30 and Nebraska Highway 15, about 50 miles northwest of Omaha. The city is situated on the banks of the Loup River, which flows through the city. The city is located in the Platte River Valley, which is part of the Great Plains region of the United States.
The city has a total area of 11.2 square miles, of which 11.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water.

Economy

The economy of Columbus is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large agricultural companies, including Cargill, Inc., which operates a large grain elevator in the city. Other major employers in the city include the Columbus Community Hospital, the Columbus Public Schools, and the Columbus Air Force Base.
The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, including the Columbus-based company, Cabela's, which produces outdoor sporting goods.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 22,111 people, 8,845 households, and 5,845 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,988.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 90.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 6.3% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.3% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,945, and the median income for a family was $54,945. The per capita income for the city was $22,945. About 8.2% of families and 10.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Columbus?
Total Population of Columbus is 24,035.
What is the Total Male Population of Columbus?
Total Male Population of Columbus is 11,774.
What is the Total Female Population of Columbus?
Total Female Population of Columbus is 12,261.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Columbus?
There are 96.03 Males per 100 Females in Columbus.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Columbus?
There are 104.14 Females per 100 Males in Columbus.
What is the Median Population Age in Columbus?
Median Population Age in Columbus is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Columbus
Average Family Size in Columbus is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Columbus
Average Household Size in Columbus is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Columbus?
Per Capita income in Columbus is $34,315.
What is the Median Family Income in Columbus?
Median Family Income in Columbus is $85,797.
What is the Median Household income in Columbus?
Median Household Income in Columbus is $65,341.
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 Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus?
Inequality or Gini Index in Columbus is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Columbus?
There are 12,610 People in the Labor Forcein in Columbus.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Columbus?
69.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Columbus.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Columbus?
Unemployment Rate in Columbus is 2.5%.