Columbus city, Minnesota
Columbus city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Columbus city is a geographic entity located in Anoka County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,356. The land area covers 44.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,356 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,639 | ±100 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,730 | ±96 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,639 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 91 | ±55 |
| Median Home Value | $460,200 | ±$23,207 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,653 | ±$411 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $123,194 | ±$19,150 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,631 | ±$4,188 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 149 | ±96 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,431 | ±200 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±3.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 4,307 (2024)
ID: 219536
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: PUBLIC INFORMATION COORDINATOR
16319 KETTLE RIVER BLVD NE, COLUMBUS MN 55025-8419
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GUS Population: 376,840 (2024)
ID: 167348
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
2100 3RD AVE, ANOKA MN 55303-2265
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-01 | STILLWATER, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CRYSTAL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | VADNAIS HEIGHTS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | NEW HOPE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN PARK, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Empire Beauty School-Spring Lake Park
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 8205 University Ave, Spring Lake Park, MN, 55432 |
8009204593
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HARDWOOD CREEK LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 19955 FOREST ROAD NORTH, FOREST LAKE, MN, 55025 |
(651) 275-7300
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Anoka-Ramsey Community College
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College | 13.0 mi away | 11200 Mississippi Blvd NW, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433-3470 |
7634331100
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HAM LAKE: NORTH CENTRAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 17565 CENTRAL AVE NE, HAM LAKE, MN, 55304 |
(763) 324-1570
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Bethel University
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College | 13.8 mi away | 3900 Bethel Dr, Saint Paul, MN, 55112 |
6516386400
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BLAINE: JOHNSVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 12461 OAK PARK BLVD NE, BLAINE, MN, 55434 |
(763) 324-1550
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Anoka Technical College
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College | 15.1 mi away | 1355 Highway 10 West, Anoka, MN, 55303 |
7634331100
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CIRCLE PINES: CENTENNIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 100 CIVIC HEIGHTS CIRCLE, CIRCLE PINES, MN, 55014 |
(763) 324-1540
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University of Northwestern-St Paul
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College | 15.5 mi away | 3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN, 55113-1598 |
6516315100
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WYOMING AREA GIESE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 26855 FOREST BLVD., WYOMING, MN, 55092 |
(651) 462-9001
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ANDOVER 1N, MN US, located 8.9 miles from Columbus city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.4° | 2.4° | 12.4° | 0.57" | 5.1" |
| February | 28.0° | 6.7° | 17.4° | 0.83" | 9.6" |
| March | 40.7° | 18.7° | 29.7° | 1.44" | 6.3" |
| April | 55.6° | 32.0° | 43.8° | 2.94" | 5.7" |
| May | 68.3° | 44.6° | 56.4° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.5° | 54.8° | 66.2° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.2° | 59.6° | 70.9° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.5° | 57.3° | 68.4° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 48.4° | 60.0° | 2.53" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.7° | 36.0° | 46.9° | 2.69" | 0.7" |
| November | 41.0° | 22.7° | 31.9° | 1.38" | 4.3" |
| December | 26.8° | 10.8° | 18.8° | 1.01" | 12.4" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Ham Lake city | City | 4.2 mi | — |
| Lino Lakes city | City | 6.3 mi | — |
| Centerville city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Forest Lake city | City | 6.9 mi | — |
| Blaine city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2700312718. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.