Columbus, GA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Muscogee County · Georgia
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Columbus based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
204,383
2023 ACS
Median Income
$56,622
2023
Median Home Value
$182,300
2023
Median Rent
$1,072
2023
Median Age
35.1
Unemployment
6.5%
Cost of Living Index
96.1
100 = national avg
Columbus is a city in Muscogee County, Georgia, with a population of 204,383 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Columbus is one of the communities in Georgia.
The median household income in Columbus is $56,622, and the median home value is $182,300. The cost of living index is 96.1 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,072 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, and the median age is 35.1 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
204,383
Male
98,513
48.2%
Female
105,870
51.8%
Median Age
35.1
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
19.6%
High School or Higher
37.3%
Foreign Born
5.3%
Veterans
10.3%
Married
33.7%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.613
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
46.7%
Foreign Born
5.3%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
16,882 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
91.7%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
190,309
English Only
91.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
9,706 speakers
Limited English
2.5%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
97.5%
Limited English Proficiency
2.5%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
20,970
10.3% of population
Disability Rate
51.8%
10,864 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$47,035
Unemployment Rate
6.2%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
17,052
81.3%
Female Veterans
3,918
18.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$47,035
Non-Veteran Income
$30,266
Difference
$16,769
55.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
10,864
Without Disability
10,106
Disability Rate
51.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
73,291
#1 Ancestry
English
7.6% (15,521)
#2 Ancestry
American
7.4% (15,194)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
5.1% (10,414)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
80,600
Family Households
48,711
60.4%
Married Couples
29,199
36.2%
Non-Family Households
31,889
39.6%
Single Mother Households
15,653
19.4%
Single Father Households
3,859
4.8%
Living Alone
27,812
34.5%
Children Under 18
Total Children
44,061
In Married Couple
22,437
50.9%
With Single Mother
18,924
42.9%
With Single Father
2,700
6.1%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,311
Married Couple Income
$95,463
Single Mother Income
$38,729
Single Father Income
$63,170
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
4,478
Grandparents Responsible
1,891
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$56,622
-23% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,811
-12% vs national
Poverty Rate
18.8%
+39% vs national
Gini Index
0.4947
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.5%
+24% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.6%
of households
How Columbus Compares
Columbus vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Columbus is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Columbus, GA has a median household income of $56,622, making it the 18,113th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher median household income than 36% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Columbus, GA has a per capita income of $32,811, making it the 14,294th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher per capita income than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Columbus, GA has a poverty rate of 18.8%, making it the 7,954th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher poverty rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Columbus, GA has a unemployment rate of 6.5%, making it the 8,253rd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher unemployment rate than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Columbus. The median household income here is $56,622.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.5%
+24% vs GA avg
Labor Force
96,126
Employed
83,519
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
19.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
37.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.1
Work from Home
9.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Columbus, GA-AL metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$79.4K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
96.1
100 = national avg
-3.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,291
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,960
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$939
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,088
per month
The median household income in Columbus, GA is $56,622, which is 22.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,811. The poverty rate of 18.8% is higher than the GA state average of 18.4%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4947, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, compared to the state average of 5.2%. The labor force is 96,126. 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 76.6% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 96.1, which is 3.9% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 105.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,291 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow — January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$167,227
Zillow Rent Index
$1,244
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Columbus, GA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Columbus, GA-AL metro area, home prices have risen 245.7% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 66.7%. The 10-year growth rate is 75.3%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 48.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 12.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Columbus, GA-AL housing market rather than Columbus alone.
Metro area: Columbus, GA-AL
Columbus vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Columbus is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Columbus, GA has a median home value of $182,300, making it the 13,667th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher median home value than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Columbus, GA has a median rent of $1,072, making it the 8,675th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher median rent than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Columbus, GA has a rent burden of 22.7%, making it the 5,443rd highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Columbus has a higher rent burden than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$182,300
Median Rent
$1,072
Total Housing Units
91,288
Vacancy Rate
11.7%
Owner Occupied
50.2%
Renter Occupied
49.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,526
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,048
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,526
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.84%
of home value
Median Home Value
$182,300
Estimated Mean Tax
$2,037
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,526) by the median home value ($182,300). In Columbus, GA, this works out to an effective rate of 0.84%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Columbus, GA is $182,300. According to Zillow, the home value index for Columbus is $167,227. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,244/month. About 50.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 91,288 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,526. The effective tax rate is 0.84%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
6.08
per 1,000 residents
+134% vs national
Property Crime Rate
22.36
per 1,000 residents
+30% vs national
Total Crimes
5,718
2024
Violent Clearance
38%
cases solved
Property Clearance
21%
cases solved
YoY Change
-3.7%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How Columbus Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Columbus vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Columbus is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Columbus police solve 62% of murder cases but only 16% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 26 | 0.13 | 61.5% |
| Rape | Violent | 51 | 0.25 | 21.6% |
| Robbery | Violent | 102 | 0.51 | 28.4% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 1,035 | 5.15 | 38.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 711 | 3.54 | 18.6% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 3,289 | 16.36 | 22.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 495 | 2.46 | 15.8% |
Columbus, GA reported 1,223 violent crimes and 4,495 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 6.08 per 1,000 residents is 134.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 38% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 3,289 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 72.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,223 | 4,495 | 6.08 | 22.36 |
| 2022 | 1,295 | 4,833 | 6.32 | 23.58 |
| 2021 | 361 | 1,285 | 1.84 | 6.54 |
| 2020 | 264 | 1,175 | 1.35 | 5.99 |
| 2018 | 1,043 | 7,246 | 5.37 | 37.32 |
| 2017 | 1,306 | 8,837 | 6.57 | 44.44 |
| 2016 | 1,211 | 9,593 | 5.99 | 47.41 |
| 2015 | 1,135 | 11,295 | 5.57 | 55.43 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
81.6
Relatively Moderate
Expected Annual Loss
79.2
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
58.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
42.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
13
Public Assistance
$9.1M
Individual Assistance
$5.0M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
5 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Winter Storm → | Winter Storm | Jan 2026 | — | — |
| Hurricane Helene → | Tropical Storm | Sep 2024 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $5.0M | $4.9M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Hurricane Michael → | Hurricane | Oct 2018 | — | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | $405K | — |
| Hurricane Irma → | Hurricane | Sep 2017 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 2016 | $2.4M | — |
| Severe Storms and Tornadoes → | Severe Storm | Mar 2007 | $585K | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $695K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Mar 1998 | — | — |
| Hurricane Opal → | Hurricane | Oct 1995 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornaodes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | Feb 1990 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Unknown | — | — | $155K |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Unknown | — | — | $1K |
| Hurricane Helene → | Unknown | — | — | $1K |
| Hurricane Ida → | Unknown | — | — | $500 |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, and … → | Unknown | — | — | — |
| Hurricane Ivan → | Unknown | — | — | — |
Showing 20 of 22 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
242
Total Claims Paid
$2,329,944
Avg Claim Payout
$9,628
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$20,191
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $20,191 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Columbus has a relatively moderate overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, heat wave, earthquake. The area has had 13 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (5 declarations). 242 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $9,127,188 in public assistance recovery funding. $5,048,197 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
40.3%
4.2pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.0%
3.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.5%
3.6pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
14.8%
4.2pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.9%
Arthritis
26.5%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.0%
Loneliness
38.5%
Lack of Support
27.1%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.1%
Mobility
16.6%
Cognitive
16.4%
Hearing
6.3%
Vision
7.6%
Self-Care
5.7%
Independent Living
10.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Columbus has an obesity rate of 40.3%, which is 4.2pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.0%, 3.5pp below the national average. About 14.8% of adults lack health insurance. 79.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.9 mi
Piedmont Columbus Regional Nor...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Northside | 3.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | — |
| Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown | 6.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital | 8.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Eamc - Lanier | 24.8 mi | Rural Emergency Hospital | — | Yes |
| Warm Springs Medical Center | 28.3 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
229,000
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBUS | 229,000 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
2
Total CO₂e
129.8K MT
Top Emitter
Columbus Pine Grove MSWLF
97.0K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Columbus Pine Grove MSWLF Columbus Georgia Consolidated Government | Waste | 97,038 |
COLUMBUS SCHATULGA ROAD SANITARY LF Columbus Georgia Consolidated Government | Waste | 32,723 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 1 water system serving the area. 2 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 129.8K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
76.6%
-3% vs national
Public Transit
0.8%
-12% vs national
Work From Home
9.3%
+1% vs national
Carpool
8.9%
Walk / Bike
2.3%
combined
How Columbus's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
26
2023
6-Year Avg
22
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
5
Nighttime
16
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 25 | 26 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2022 | 25 | 25 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| 2021 | 26 | 27 | 0 | 8 | 1 |
| 2020 | 17 | 17 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| 2019 | 20 | 20 | 3 | 9 | 0 |
| 2018 | 16 | 18 | 4 | 5 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Columbus, GA covers travel times and transportation modes. 76.6% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.3% work from home, which is above the GA state average of 9.3%. 8.9% of workers carpool. 2.0% walk to work. In 2023, there were 26 traffic fatalities from 25 fatal crashes. 5 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
87.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
71.4%
of households
No Internet
9.4%
of households
Total Households
80,600
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
93.1%
of households
Smartphone
89.1%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
73.6%
of households
Tablet
57.6%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.1¢
per kWh
-18% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.9¢
per kWh
-20% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.2¢
per kWh
-27% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$151
residential
+7% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
17% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Georgia averages 14.1¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $151. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Columbus vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
229,000
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COLUMBUS | Community | Surface water | 229,000 | 0 |
87.4% of households in Columbus have broadband internet access. 71.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.8% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 9.4% of households have no internet access. 13.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 229,000 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Columbus is located in Muscogee County, GA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Columbus.
Election Overview
Source: Muscogee County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
49,413
61.4%
GOP Votes
30,616
38.0%
Total Votes
80,491
Margin
D+23.4%
Shift from 2020
R+0.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 49,413 | 30,616 | 80,491 | 61.4% | 38.0% | D+23.4 |
| 2020 | 49,446 | 30,107 | 80,514 | 61.4% | 37.4% | D+24.0 |
| 2016 | 39,602 | 26,901 | 68,320 | 58.0% | 39.4% | D+18.6 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Muscogee County recorded 80,491 total votes. Democrats won the county with 61.4% of the vote compared to 38.0% for Republicans, a margin of D+23.4%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+0.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Muscogee County has shifted 4.8 percentage points toward Democrats.
Public Records Request
Source: columbusga.govSubmit a public records request to Columbus — Online form for Fire & EMS open records requests. Email address found on police department page..
Source: columbusga.gov
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
912
Total Assets
$3.1B
Total Income
$1.7B
Per 10K Residents
44.6
nonprofits
+13.5% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
125
Median Assets
$486K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.9B of $3.1B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Columbus
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFColumbus, GA has 912 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $3.1B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 166 organizations. 125 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 44.6 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
583
Total Approved
$287.7M
Jobs Supported
5,335
Per 10K Residents
28.5
SBA loans
-54.7% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
112
Top Lender
Synovus Bank
88 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
503
Total Amount
$232.5M
Avg Loan
$462,250
Median Loan
$144,300
SBA Guaranteed
$176.7M(76%)
Jobs Supported
4,253
Loans
80
Total Amount
$55.2M
Avg Loan
$690,263
Median Loan
$422,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
120
21% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$103.8M
36% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$865,033
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hd Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Garner | 1 | $4.5M |
| 2643 Manchester Llc | 2 | $4.4M |
| Rjm Hospitality Llc | 1 | $4.4M |
| Hari Krupa Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Privansh Llc | 1 | $4.1M |
| Ua of Columbus Llc | 1 | $4.1M |
| Ra Hospitality. Llc | 1 | $4.0M |
| Autosport Wash | 1 | $4.0M |
| E.j.y. Enterprises D/b/a Tri State Recovery Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
Columbus, GA has received 583 SBA loans totaling $287.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 503 loans (86% of the total), supporting 4,253 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 80 loans totaling $55.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Columbus is Synovus Bank with 88 loans. That works out to 28.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
10
Total Population
235,757
Avg Median Income
$66,102
Avg Home Value
-$66,476,347
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31820 | 14,619 | $114,444 | $344,300 | $1,655 | 41.3 |
| 31829 | 1,653 | $121,433 | $352,300 | N/A | 13.3 |
| 31901 | 6,139 | $47,316 | $208,800 | $893 | 4.4 |
| 31903 | 19,521 | $29,488 | $75,500 | $873 | 10.0 |
| 31904 | 34,906 | $65,625 | $216,100 | $1,036 | 27.5 |
| 31905 | 15,892 | $72,112 | N/A | $1,600 | 91.1 |
| 31906 | 20,312 | $41,913 | $170,400 | $872 | 6.9 |
| 31907 | 61,544 | $52,620 | $142,000 | $1,103 | 23.9 |
| 31909 | 38,730 | $69,221 | $205,800 | $1,271 | 18.7 |
| 36867 | 22,441 | $46,847 | $188,000 | $963 | 12.6 |
Columbus, GA has 10 ZIP codes with a combined population of 235,757. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $66,102. The average median home value is -$66,476,347. The average median monthly rent is -$66,665,640.
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