Columbia, TN

A Thriving Community

Maury County stands on its own, offering up fun-filled activities, resources and jobs.

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Columbia, TN

While only one hour from downtown Nashville, Maury County is making a name for itself. It’s lively arts scene, local festivals and numerous retail and dining options mean residents can stay entertained without ever leaving the region – plus, it’s affordable. And business is booming. Companies across the globe, such as General Motors and automotive parts manufacturer Faurecia, have set up shop in the area, and startups, like pipe manufacturer BriarWorks, have the resources they need to develop and succeed.

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Columbia Rankings

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Affordable Places To Live In Columbia

Median Household Income
$47,369
Median Home Value
$149,108
Housing Affordability Index
161
Percent of Adult Population with 401(k)
14.30%

 

Education & Career Opportunities In Columbia

Unemployment Rate
4.60%
Total Businesses
2138
Percent of Population With Bachelor's Degree or Higher
19.60%
Percent of Population in the Workforce
61.70%
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Food Scene in Columbia

37.40%
Percent of Adults Drank Beer in Last 6 Months
Restaurants per Capita
37.70
Percent of Adults who Dined Out
46.50%
Average Annual Spending on Lunch Out
$835.00

Love Where You Live In Columbia

Volunteerism Rate
14.50%
Adults Volunteered for Charitable Organization
Voting
49.10%
Of Adults Voted in Last Election
Local Participation
5.50%
Adults Served on a Local Committee
Diversity Index
52.50
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Health in Columbia

86.70%
Of Population Has Health Insurance
9.60%
Of Population Jogged in the Past Year
Hospitals per Capita
0.26
18.00%
Of Households Used Organic Food in Last 6 Months
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Where to Live Now In Columbia

Average Mortgage Amount
$627.08
Median Rent
$568
62.40%
Of Homes Owned
37.60%
Of Homes Rented
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Experiences & Adventures In Columbia

5.60%
Of Population Went to Art Gallery Last Year
8.80%
Of Population Attended Live Theater Last Year
11.50%
Of Population Went to a Zoo Last Year
14.50%
Of Population Attended a Sporting Event Last Year
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