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Population
110
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
721 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$111,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$825/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$75,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Columbus

Columbus is a quiet rural village set among the farm country of Adams County in western Illinois. Established in the 1830s, this small community offers a slow-paced lifestyle with open spaces and a peaceful atmosphere. Living here gives you the quiet of the countryside, while the drive into Quincy takes only about twenty minutes for groceries, healthcare, dining, and work. It is a simple, convenient home base for anyone who appreciates wide-open Midwestern views.

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Rural FitA+98.3ratingLower FEMA County Wildfire Risk IndexA+97.7ratingPublic-School Academic GrowthA+97.4rating

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