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Columbus, TX

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Population
3,821
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
203 ft
Median Home Value
$241,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$879/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$49,418
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityBrenham, Texas33 miles away · 19,957 residents.

About Columbus

Columbus is a city and the county seat of Colorado County, Texas, situated along the Colorado River. Founded in 1821 around a ferry operated by Benjamin Beason and home to the historic 1830s Alley Log Cabin and the unique Santa Claus Museum, the community of approximately 3,860 is served by the Columbus Independent School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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