Columbus, Kentucky
Quick Statistics
Columbus is a community in Hickman County, Kentucky, home to about 223 people spread across 0.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $22,714 a year, and a typical home is worth about $58,500. About 34.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 93.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance.
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Among the Kentucky towns GeoStat tracks, Columbus ranks number 459 of 552 in population, number 433 in median household income, number 485 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Columbus typically top out near 90°F in July, while January nights average about 27°F. The area sees roughly 6 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Arlington, KY | 5.3 mi. | 185 |
| 2. | Clinton, KY | 8.8 mi. | 1,165 |
| 3. | Pinhook, MO | 9.4 mi. | 0 |
| 4. | Bardwell, KY | 9.5 mi. | 737 |
| 5. | Wilson City, MO | 13.2 mi. | 79 |
| 6. | Anniston, MO | 13.2 mi. | 241 |
| 7. | Hickman, KY | 14.1 mi. | 2,115 |
| 8. | Wickliffe, KY | 14.3 mi. | 797 |
What is the population of Columbus, Kentucky?
Columbus has a population of about 223 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Columbus, Kentucky in?
Columbus is located in Hickman County, Kentucky.
What is the median home value in Columbus, Kentucky?
The median home value in Columbus is about $58,500, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Columbus, Kentucky?
The median personal income in Columbus is about $22,714 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Columbus, Kentucky?
Since 1950, 14 tornadoes have been recorded in Hickman County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Columbus, Kentucky?
Typical July highs run about 90 degrees and January lows about 27 degrees, with around 6 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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