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Columbus, Nebraska, in Platte county, is 56 miles NW of Lincoln, Nebraska (center to center) and 75 miles W of Omaha, Nebraska. The city is home to some 20,971 residents.
In Columbus, about 60% of adults are married.
In 2000, Columbus had a median family income of $48,669. More so than most places, the people in Columbus generally have good jobs with good salaries. The large segment of the population in the city with spending money keeps the city vital.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($6,550) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Columbus. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 69% of the housing in Columbus was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. On average, homes in Columbus have gone up relatively recently. If you want a nice house, or any home in a nice city, you usually need to pay higher property taxes. It's no different here.
In Columbus, 93% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Columbus let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Columbus strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Nebraska):
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| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 3% |  |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 14% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 15% | |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 16% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. State) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Columbus to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Nebraska (State):
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