Demographics in Columbus, NE

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Columbus?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

24,188

Male

11,972

49.5%

Female

12,216

50.5%

Median Age

37.7

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

75.3%

Black

0.9%

Hispanic

26.3%

Asian

0.4%

Two or More

15.7%

Other

7.3%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

15.2%

High School or Higher

36.2%

Foreign Born

15.0%

Veterans

4.3%

Married

40.8%

Avg Household Size

2.5

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Columbus, NE has a population of 24,188 with a median age of 37.7. The racial makeup is 75.3% White, 26.3% Hispanic, 0.9% Black. About 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 15.0%.