Columbus

NE

Platte County, Nebraska

Population 35K |Median income $71,552 |2 hospitals

Population
34,716
Platte County
Median Income
$71,552
+5% vs avg
Median Home Value
$223,900
Near average
Median Age
37.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
35K+7%
Median Income
$71,552+40%
Median Home Value
$223,900+94%
Poverty Rate
9.8%-8%
Unemployment
2%-62%

Economics

Median Rent
$897/mo
Poverty Rate
9.8% -31% vs avg
Unemployment 2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23%
Work From Home 5.3%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 75.5%
African American 0.7%
Asian 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.8%
High Blood Pressure
34.9%
Short Sleep Duration
28.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.2%
Binge Drinking
18.9%
Current Smoking
13.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.4%
Diabetes
11.9%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.6%
Dental Visit 61%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
8.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
COLUMBUS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, INC
COLUMBUS · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Columbus Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Columbus, NE? ▼
Columbus, NE has a population of 34,716 people, located in Platte County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Columbus? ▼
The median household income in Columbus, NE is $71,552 per year. The poverty rate is 9.8%.
What is the median home value in Columbus? ▼
The median home value in Columbus, NE is $223,900. Median rent is $897/month.
What are the top health concerns in Columbus? ▼
The top health indicators in Columbus include Obesity (41.8%), High Blood Pressure (34.9%), Short Sleep Duration (28.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Columbus? ▼
Columbus has 2 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, NE is 37.7 years. 23% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Columbus, NE is located in Platte County, Nebraska. With a population of 35K and a median household income of $71,552, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 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 (Platte 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.