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2025 Compare Cities Overview:
Columbia, TN vs Manchester, TN

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Are people in Manchester older or younger than people in Columbia?
- The Median Age in Manchester is 2.5 years younger than in Columbia.

Are housing costs cheaper in Manchester or Columbia?
- Manchester housing costs are 23.3% less expensive than Columbia housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Manchester or Columbia?
- The average commute for residents of Manchester is 5.8 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Columbia.

Things to do in Columbia?
Columbia, Tennessee lies within Maury county providing residents entertainment options from exploring James K Polk Home & Museum to swimming at Riverside Pool combined with shops like Maury Square and job prospects through Maury Regional Medical Center

Things to do in Manchester?
Manchester is a city found in Coffee County Tennessee boasting almost 11 thousand people. It offers visitors plenty to do - from visiting the Great Smoky Mountains nearby to exploring the area’s many lakes perfect for all sorts of recreational activities like fishing or boating; plus there are numerous attractions that allow you to appreciate nature at its best!

 Columbia, TNManchester, TNUnited States
 Population  Unlock11,956329,725,481
 Median Income$50,892  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock32.438.4
 Avg. Home Price$345,600  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock4.9%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time26.41  Unlock26.38
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Reviews for Columbia    7 Reviews
T · Columbia, TN
Charm and Quality of Life
Over 9 years ago

I was disturbed when I say old comments on this page. I recently moved to Columbia, TN. I saw associations with crime and other things that do not reflect what is by far  More

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Rose · Nashville, TN
Columbia, Tennessee
Over 16 years ago

The jobs in Columbia, Tennessee are scarce in comparison to cities. It has been that way since the '90's. In the 90's General Electric and other major companies left the  More

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Marla  · Columbia, TN
Nice climate
Over 17 years ago

Small old fashioned city. Not very progressive. great weather adequate schools no job growth. reasonable housing costs close to Nashville very few  More

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Reviews for Manchester    2 Reviews
Kelly · Manchester, TN
Boring!!!
Over 11 years ago

There is nothing to do in this town and no good restaurants besides fast food. I can't leave here quick  More

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Richard · Hillsboro, TN
Storms
Over 15 years ago

If you like thunderstorms, TN is the place to  More

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