Columbus, WI is a small town located in Columbia County with a population of around 5,000 people. Despite its size, it has been ranked highly on many bestplaces lists. In terms of economic health, Columbus was recently named one of the top 10 Best Places to Live in Columbia County by bestplaces.net for its healthy job market and low cost of living. Additionally, WalletHub ranks the city highly for its overall affordability and access to resources like healthcare and educational institutions. Columbus also ranks as one of the top cities for outdoor activities in Wisconsin according to Sperling’s BestPlaces. With over 2 public parks within city limits and numerous nearby lakes and rivers, there are plenty of recreational opportunities available for residents. All in all, these rankings demonstrate that Columbus is a great place to live and work.
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