Columbus

GA

Muscogee County, Georgia

Population 204K |Median income $58,073 |4 hospitals

Population
203,711
Muscogee County
Median Income
$58,073
-15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$193,900
-15% vs avg
Median Age
35.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
204K+4%
Median Income
$58,073+40%
Median Home Value
$193,900+45%
Poverty Rate
19%-3%
Unemployment
5.8%-45%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,106/mo
Poverty Rate
19% +34% vs avg
Unemployment 5.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 30.5%
Work From Home 12.1%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

African American 47%
White 38.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.7%
Asian 2.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
43.9%
High Blood Pressure
40.9%
Obesity
40.3%
Physical Inactivity
29.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
Current Smoking
15.1%
Diabetes
15%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Binge Drinking
13.7%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%
Dental Visit 54.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.3%
Stroke
4.1%

Hospitals 4 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
1
★★
0
★
1
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
4
With ER
1
PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL NORTHSIDE
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★★★
ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL- EMORY HEALTHCARE
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆
PIEDMONT COLUMBUS REGIONAL MIDTOWN
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Columbus Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Columbus, GA? ▼
Columbus, GA has a population of 203,711 people, located in Muscogee County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Columbus? ▼
The median household income in Columbus, GA is $58,073 per year. The poverty rate is 19%.
What is the median home value in Columbus? ▼
The median home value in Columbus, GA is $193,900. Median rent is $1,106/month.
What are the top health concerns in Columbus? ▼
The top health indicators in Columbus include Short Sleep Duration (43.9%), High Blood Pressure (40.9%), Obesity (40.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Columbus? ▼
Columbus has 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Columbus? ▼
The median age in Columbus, GA is 35.4 years. 30.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Columbus, GA is located in Muscogee County, Georgia. With a population of 204K and a median household income of $58,073, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 4 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Columbus area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Muscogee County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.