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Columbus, North Carolina, in Polk county, is 29 miles NE of Greenville, South Carolina (center to center) and 76 miles W of Charlotte, North Carolina. The town is home to some 992 residents.
In Columbus, about 45% of adults are married. People in Columbus have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.
There are more females than males in Columbus than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the town.
In 2000, Columbus had a median family income of $38,542.
John Kerry was the top money-getter ($2,750) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Columbus. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.
According to the 2000 census, 72% of the housing in Columbus was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the town, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Columbus.
In Columbus, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Columbus to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in North Carolina (State):
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| Female Share of the Population |  | |
| Well-Paid Single Men |  |  |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| Working at Home | | |
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