Columbia, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
10,217 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,271 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$174,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$660 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$858 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lancaster County
3
Lancaster Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 7 30
Feb 3 9 33
Mar 3 3 41
Apr 3 1 52
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 3 1 44
Dec 3 4 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, PA State Senate District 36, PA State House District 41, PA
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Schools

Park El Sch
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Columbia MS
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Columbia HS
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Lancaster
8 miles, E • 1 star
YTI Career Institute-York
9 miles, W • 1.9 star
Elizabethtown College
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Lancaster General Hospital
10 miles, E • 5 star
York Hospital
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Harrisburg International Airport
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
67 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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