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Comprehensive Data Report

Columbus, GA

ZIP Code 31906

Muscogee County

Population
20,227
Median Income
$38,647
Home Value
$148,200
Livability
63/100
Total Population
20,227
Median Household Income
$38,647
Median Home Value
$148,200
Median Rent
$850

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 42/100 suggests higher crime rates. Consider additional safety precautions.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
20,227 residents
Median Age
37.6 years
Safety Score
42/100
Below average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
63
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
91/100
Cost of Living
100/100
Safety
42/100
Education
23/100
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Employment
50/100
Housing
92/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Columbus, GA 31906

Coordinates: 32.4935°, -84.9533°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
79
Lower than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
50
Below avg
Transportation
95
Average
Healthcare
97
Average
Groceries
92
Average
Utilities
96
Average
Overall
79
Below avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,381,610,000
Employment Rate
96.6%
Avg. Commute
22 min
Work From Home
8%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
17.6%
Professional Services
13.9%
Manufacturing
13.6%
Retail Trade
13.5%
Education
7.2%
Total Employed
5,200,427,000
Total Unemployed
181,183,000
Unemployment Rate
3.4%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
37.6 years
Per Capita Income
$30,034
Poverty Rate
27.2%