Columbus Micro
Columbus has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $21,446. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. Median home value is $45,513. The poverty rate of 25.5% is well above the national figure.
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How many people live in Columbus, MS?
Columbus, MS has about 71,912 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Columbus, MS?
The typical household in Columbus, MS earns about $21,446 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Columbus, MS expensive?
In Columbus, MS, the median home is worth about $45,513, and the typical rent is about $296 a month.
How educated are people in Columbus, MS?
About 16.8% of adults age 25 and over in Columbus, MS hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Columbus, MS?
About 25.5% of people in Columbus, MS live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024