Columbia is a city in Tennessee with about 43,971 residents. Columbia was founded in 1808 and sits in Maury County. The median age is 35.9 and the median household income is $61,204. Homes carry a median value of $261,700, and about 64% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (67.7%). Around 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 28 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Columbia — frequently asked
What is the population of Columbia, Tennessee?
Columbia has a population of about 43,971, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Columbia?
The median home value in Columbia is $261,700, and the median gross rent is $1,092/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Columbia safe? What is the crime rate?
Columbia Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 557 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Columbia face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Maury County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including strong wind, tornado, cold wave.
How many schools are in Columbia?
Columbia has 11 public schools (6 elementary, 2 middle, 3 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Columbia?
Public registry data lists 13 registered sex offenders in or near Columbia. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.