Columbus, IL is a small town located in Union County with a population of 115. Despite the small population size, Columbus offers a variety of businesses, outdoor activities, and organizations that provide entertainment to residents year-round. Popular local businesses include the Corner Cafe & Pub, CC’s Main Street Grill, and Jerry’s Pizza. There are plenty of outdoor activities such as biking, fishing, kayaking, and hiking available nearby due to its close proximity to the Mississippi River. The town also features a number of organizations such as the Beaucoup Township Park District and the Columbus Arts Council which host events like concerts and theater shows. Sports fans can also enjoy attending games at the local high school or catching some minor league baseball at Rent One Field.
The population in Columbus is 115. There are 525 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Columbus is 37.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Columbus is 3.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Columbus
- 62.4% are married
- 13.5% are divorced
- 12.5% are married with children
- 50.0% have children, but are single
Race in Columbus
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander