Columbus
City in Bartholomew County, Indiana
Columbus is a city in Bartholomew County, Indiana, with 50,474 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 630 ft (192 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Bethel Village, 3.9 miles S.
- 50,474residents (2020 Census)
- 630 ftelevation · 192 m
- 30.1 sq miland area · 77.8 km²
- 1,679 / sq mipopulation density
- 47203ZIP code
About Columbus
Columbus () is a city in and the county seat of Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States. The population was 50,474 at the 2020 census. The city is known for its architectural significance, having commissioned noted works of modern architecture and public art since the mid-20th century; the annual program Exhibit Columbus celebrates this legacy. Located about 40 mi (64 km) south of Indianapolis, on the east fork of the White River, it is the state's 20th-largest city. It is the principal city of the Columbus, Indiana, metropolitan statistical area, which encompasses all of Bartholomew County. Columbus is the birthplace of former Indiana Governor and former Vice President of the United States, Mike Pence.
Columbus is the headquarters of the engine company Cummins. In 2004 the city was named as one of "The Ten Most Playful Towns" by Nick Jr. Family Magazine. In the July 2005 edition of GQ magazine, Columbus was named as one of the "62 Reasons to Love Your Country". Columbus won the national contest "America in Bloom" in 2006, and in late 2008, National Geographic Traveler ranked Columbus 11th on its historic destinations list, describing the city as "authentic, unique, and unspoiled."
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Living in Columbus
- Median household income
- $77,456
- Median home value
- $244,200
- Median rent
- $1,157/mo
- Median age
- 36.5
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Columbus had 50,474 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 50,474 |
|---|---|
| Density | 1,679 per sq mi (648 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Columbus at a glance
| State | Indiana (IN) |
|---|---|
| County | Bartholomew County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 50,474 (2020) |
| Land area | 30.06 sq mi (77.8 km²) |
| Water area | 0.34 sq mi (0.88 km²) |
| Elevation | 630 ft (192 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.2073° N, 85.9220° W |
| ZIP code | 47203 |
| Official website | columbus.in.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1814734 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Columbus
- Bethel Village3.9 mi S
- Walesboro4.5 mi S
- Petersville5.7 mi E
- Harrison Lake5.8 mi W
- Clifford5.9 mi NE
- Mineral Springs6.1 mi SE
- Taylorsville6.4 mi N
- Waynesville6.7 mi S
- Grandview Lake7.6 mi SW
- Elizabethtown7.7 mi SE
- Azalia8.9 mi SE
- Pleasant View Village9.4 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Columbus
What county is Columbus in?
Columbus is in Bartholomew County, Indiana.
What is the population of Columbus, IN?
50,474 people lived in Columbus at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Columbus, IN?
The ZIP code of Columbus is 47203.
What is the elevation of Columbus?
630 feet (192 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Columbus?
Bethel Village (3.9 mi), Walesboro (4.5 mi), Petersville (5.7 mi), Harrison Lake (5.8 mi), Clifford (5.9 mi).
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