Columbia City, Indiana
Quick Statistics
Columbia City is a community in Whitley County, Indiana, home to about 9,897 people spread across 5.5 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $38,598 a year, and a typical home is worth about $189,100. About 32.3% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.3% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 13 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Indiana towns GeoStat tracks, Columbia City ranks number 87 of 967 in population, number 338 in median household income, number 261 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Columbia City typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 16°F. The area sees roughly 21 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Tri-Lakes, IN | 6.2 mi. | 1,025 |
| 2. | Larwill, IN | 7.6 mi. | 425 |
| 3. | South Whitley, IN | 9.3 mi. | 1,660 |
| 4. | Churubusco, IN | 9.5 mi. | 1,757 |
| 5. | Pierceton, IN | 11.9 mi. | 1,451 |
| 6. | Sidney, IN | 14.3 mi. | 123 |
| 7. | Roanoke, IN | 14.6 mi. | 1,940 |
| 8. | North Webster, IN | 15.9 mi. | 866 |
What is the population of Columbia City, Indiana?
Columbia City has a population of about 9,897 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Columbia City, Indiana in?
Columbia City is located in Whitley County, Indiana.
What is the median home value in Columbia City, Indiana?
The median home value in Columbia City is about $189,100, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Columbia City, Indiana?
The median personal income in Columbia City is about $38,598 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Columbia City, Indiana?
Since 1950, 17 tornadoes have been recorded in Whitley County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Columbia City, Indiana?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 16 degrees, with around 21 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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