Columbus

Lowndes County, Mississippi

Population 58K |Median income $53,812 |1 hospital

Population

57,838

Lowndes County

Median Income

$53,812

-21% vs avg

Median Home Value

$164,100

-28% vs avg

Median Age

37.6

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

58K-3%

Median Income

$53,812+42%

Median Home Value

$164,100+42%

Poverty Rate

17.3%-32%

Unemployment

6%-57%

Economics

Median Rent

$930/mo

Poverty Rate

17.3% +22% vs avg

Unemployment 6%

Bachelor's Degree+ 28.1%

Work From Home 5.1%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 49.3%

African American 43.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%

Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

45.1%

Short Sleep Duration

39.7%

Obesity

37.5%

Physical Inactivity

33.2%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.9%

Current Smoking

15.9%

Diabetes

15.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.2%

Binge Drinking

12.9%

Lack of Health Insurance

11%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.8%

Dental Visit 9.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

10.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

4.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

3/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

BMH-GOLDEN TRIANGLE

COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Columbus Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Near Pensacola and Pascagoula

NOAA · 34m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters

NOAA · 6h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Gulf Waters Off Florida and Mississippi Coastline

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Louisiana and Mississippi Coastal Waters Through 7:00 AM CDT

NOAA · 12h ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Mississippi Through 1:00 AM

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Columbus, MS? ▼

Columbus, MS has a population of 57,838 people, located in Lowndes County, Mississippi.

What is the median household income in Columbus? ▼

The median household income in Columbus, MS is $53,812 per year. The poverty rate is 17.3%.

What is the median home value in Columbus? ▼

The median home value in Columbus, MS is $164,100. Median rent is $930/month.

What are the top health concerns in Columbus? ▼

The top health indicators in Columbus include High Blood Pressure (45.1%), Short Sleep Duration (39.7%), Obesity (37.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Columbus? ▼

Columbus has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Columbus? ▼

The median age in Columbus, MS is 37.6 years. 28.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Columbus, MS is located in Lowndes County, Mississippi. With a population of 58K and a median household income of $53,812, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital 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 (Lowndes 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.