Best Places to Live in Columbia, California

Living in Columbia, CA is a wonderful experience. The small town atmosphere of the community offers a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of life in larger cities. Residents enjoy the beauty of Mother Nature in the nearby Sierra Nevada Mountains, as well as various recreational activities including fishing, boating, camping, and exploring the quaint downtown shops. The mild weather all year round allows for a variety of outdoor activities to be enjoyed throughout the area. The schools are top-notch and there are plenty of opportunities for higher education as well. With its rural feel combined with its close proximity to major attractions like Lake Tahoe and Yosemite National Park, Columbia is an ideal place to call home.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Columbia is 8.3% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Columbia jobs have increased by 1.3%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Columbia's cost of living is 11.2% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Columbia's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

June, September and May are the most pleasant months in Columbia, while December and January are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Tuolumne county remained very strongly Republican, 58.2% to 39.4%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Columbia's population is 2,079 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 7.0%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 27.0 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Columbia is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 3.4%.

SCHOOLS

Columbia public schools spend $8,079 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 21.9 students per teacher in Columbia. More Education

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Housing Market in Columbia

It's a good time to buy in Columbia. Home Appreciation is up 3.4% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Columbia is .

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