Columbia County, Washington
WA · FIPS 53013 · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates
| Metric | Value | vs National | Rank | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,014 | — | #2,963 / 3,222 | |
| Median Household Income | $71,810 | -4.4% | #1,061 / 3,222 | |
| Median Age | 49.6 years | +27.5% | #250 / 3,222 | |
| Median Home Value | $271,200 | -3.8% | #779 / 3,222 | |
| Median Gross Rent | $985 | -15.3% | #1,048 / 3,222 | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% | -26.1% | #647 / 3,222 | |
Demographics
Columbia County has a population of 4,014, making it the #2,963 most populous county in the US. The median age is 49.6 years, which is 27.5% above the national median.
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The median household income in Columbia County is $71,810, ranking #1,061 out of 3,222 counties — 4.4% below the national median. The poverty rate is 9.3% and unemployment stands at 3.9%.
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The median home value in Columbia County is $271,200 (-3.8% vs national). Renters pay a median of $985/mo and the homeownership rate is 77.7%.
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92.2% of residents in Columbia County have health insurance coverage, which is 0.5% above the national rate.
About Columbia County, Washington
Columbia County, Washington has a total population of 4,014, making it the 2,963rd most populous county in the United States. The median age in Columbia County is 49.6 years, which is 27.5% above the national median of 38.9 years.
The median household income in Columbia County is $71,810, which ranks #1,061 of 3,222 counties nationwide. This is 4.4% below the national median of $75,149. The poverty rate is 9.3%, lower than the national rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9%.
The median home value in Columbia County is $271,200, 3.8% below the national median. Renters in Columbia County pay a median gross rent of $985 per month. The homeownership rate is 77.7%, compared to the national rate of 64.4%.
In Columbia County, 24.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26.1% below the national average of 33.7%. Health insurance coverage stands at 92.2% of the population. The average commute time for workers is 26.3 min.
Columbia County is a diverse community. The largest racial or ethnic group is White (non-Hispanic) at 81.2% of the population, followed by Hispanic or Latino (8.3%) and Two or More Races (7.5%).
All data for Columbia County, Washington comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These figures are estimates based on survey sampling and are subject to margin of error. For the most detailed and up-to-date data, visit the Census Bureau's official data portal.