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Columbia, Missouri by the numbers
The violent-crime rate in Columbia was 3.6 per 1,000 residents in 2025, 15% lower than the statewide rate (4.2). Its median household earns $66,498 and the median home value is $284,600. Population: about 128,548 (Census, 2020-2024).
Last updated . Crime: FBI 2025. Income and housing: Census ACS 2020-2024. Road work: October 11, 2026.
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What is the crime rate in Columbia?
Columbia police recorded 471 violent crimes in 2025, or 3.6 for every 1,000 residents. For comparison, that is 15% lower than the Missouri rate (4.2) and close to the national rate (3.3). Its murder count for the year was 4. Burglaries, thefts and car thefts added up to 2,475 (18.7 per 1,000 residents). Compared with 2021, when 645 were reported, the count is down 27%.
| Offense (2025) | Columbia count | Per 1,000 | Missouri per 1,000 | U.S. per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 471 | 3.6 | 4.2 | 3.3 |
| Murder | 4 | 0.03 | 0.07 | 0.04 |
| Rape | 47 | 0.36 | 0.40 | 0.36 |
| Robbery | 43 | 0.33 | 0.42 | 0.49 |
| Aggravated assault | 377 | 2.9 | 3.3 | 2.4 |
| Property crime | 2,475 | 18.7 | 16.4 | 15.3 |
| Burglary | 279 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 1.9 |
| Larceny-theft | 1,963 | 14.9 | 11.3 | 11.4 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 233 | 1.8 | 2.9 | 2.0 |
How has crime in Columbia changed since 2021?
| Year | Violent crimes | Property crimes | Murders |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 645 | 3,164 | 6 |
| 2022 | 599 | 3,345 | 11 |
| 2023 | 508 | 3,273 | 7 |
| 2024 | 458 | 3,043 | 13 |
| 2025 | 471 | 2,475 | 4 |
Most crime never reaches the police, so these are reported crimes, a floor rather than the full count. In 2024 about half of violent crimes (48%) and about 3 in 10 property crimes (31%) were reported to police (U.S. Justice Department, National Crime Victimization Survey). Rates also depend on how completely each agency reports to the FBI. City figures are the Columbia Police Department's own reports.
How does Columbia compare with Missouri?
Households in Columbia have a median income of $66,498 (Missouri: $70,702). Owner-occupied homes have a median value of $284,600, and half of renters pay more than $1,097 a month. About 128,548 people live on 68 square miles of land, roughly 1,903 per square mile. The city lies in Boone County.
| Census ACS 2020-2024 | Columbia | Missouri | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 128,548 | 6,191,814 | 334,922,499 |
| Median household income | $66,498 | $70,702 | $80,734 |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $284,600 | $230,300 | $332,700 |
| Median gross rent | $1,097 | $1,033 | $1,413 |
| Unemployment rate (2020-2024 average) | 4.0% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line | 19.3% | 12.6% | 12.5% |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor's degree or higher | 56.7% | 32.4% | 35.7% |
| Homeowner households | 48.7% | 68.1% | 65.2% |
| Median age | 29.5 | 39.0 | 38.9 |
What environmental sites and hazards are in Columbia?
The National Inventory of Dams lists 19 high-hazard dams in Columbia. 1 is rated Poor or Unsatisfactory in condition, 5 Satisfactory or Fair. The two tallest are Woodrail Lake Dam (54 ft) and Hulen Lake East Dam (50 ft). “High hazard” describes what lies downstream (people would probably die if the dam failed), not how likely the dam is to fail.
Boone County carries a “Relatively Moderate” overall rating in FEMA's National Risk Index. The hazards rated highest here are tornadoes (Relatively High). The index compares counties with each other and also weighs how vulnerable and resilient a community is, so it is a long-run estimate, not a forecast.
Is there road construction in Columbia?
On October 11, 2026 the state transportation feed listed 12 highway work zones in Columbia city limits (all active that day). Where crews are working: 163, 63 and PP. 6 are on interstates. The map's construction layer is refreshed every morning.
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How many schools, nursing homes and parks are in or near Columbia?
Inside the city limits there are 37 public schools (2024-25) and 15 private schools (2023-24). 8 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes are in the city. Within about 15 miles: 2 state parks or recreation areas: Finger Lakes State Park and Rock Bridge Memorial State Park.
Gun shops, liquor stores and Planned Parenthood in Columbia
Gun shops
6 gun shops with a public storefront are on the map inside the Columbia city limits, plus 12 more licensed dealers without a public storefront (not shown). One of them is a pawnshop licensed to sell guns. On the ATF list: Academy Sports And Outdoors #262 (Columbia), Bass Pro Shops Sportsman's Center 021 (Columbia), Mid Missouri Auctions LLC (Columbia), Paris Road Family Pawn (Columbia), Walmart #159 (Columbia) and Walmart #451 (Columbia).
Liquor stores
10 liquor stores are on the map inside the Columbia city limits: Arena Liquor 2 & C Store (Columbia), Arena Liquor 3 & C Store (Columbia), Arena Liquor 6 And C Store (Columbia), Arena Liquor 7 & C Store (Columbia), Arena Liquor And C Store (Columbia), Arena Wine And Spirits (Columbia), Columbia Liquors (Columbia), Eagle Liquor (Columbia) and 2 more.
Planned Parenthood
One Planned Parenthood health center is on the map inside the Columbia city limits: Planned Parenthood Great Plains-Columbia (Columbia).
See them on the map: gun shops · liquor stores · Planned Parenthood →
Sources: ATF licensee list (Sept 2026); state liquor licence lists, OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps (non-official); HHS Title X directory and CMS NPPES.
Common questions
What is the crime rate in Columbia?
In 2025, Columbia had 3.6 violent crimes per 1,000 residents (471 reported), 15% lower than the Missouri rate (4.2). The property-crime rate was 18.7 per 1,000 (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting).
What is the median household income in Columbia?
$66,498 (Census American Community Survey, 2020-2024), compared with $70,702 for Missouri.
How much do homes cost in Columbia?
The median value of owner-occupied homes is $284,600 (Census ACS 2020-2024), against $230,300 statewide.
What natural hazards affect Columbia?
Boone County carries a “Relatively Moderate” overall rating in FEMA's National Risk Index. The hazards rated highest here are tornadoes (Relatively High).
Nearby cities
Jefferson City, MO (27 mi) · O'Fallon, MO (87 mi) · St. Peters, MO (93 mi) · St. Charles, MO (98 mi) · Blue Springs, MO (104 mi) · Florissant, MO (108 mi)
More: Missouri statewide numbers · county page: Boone County · Sex-offender registry search (NSOPW)
Where do these numbers come from?
- Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting, agency counts 2021-2025 (Return A); state and national rates: FBI estimated crimes.
- Income, housing, education: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year, table B19013 (median household income) and related tables, for the Census place Columbia city.
- Land area: Census 2024 Gazetteer. Hazards: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (December 2025), county scores (county level).
- Superfund: U.S. EPA, Superfund site boundaries and NPL status (October 2026). Dams: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Inventory of Dams (public map service, October 2026).
- Work zones: State departments of transportation, via the U.S. DOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) and state 511 feeds; refreshed every morning (snapshot October 11, 2026).
- Schools: National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE public school locations 2024-25; budgets: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, fiscal year 2024; National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE Private School geocodes (Private School Survey 2023-24). Nursing homes: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Nursing Home Provider Information and Penalties (September 2026).
- Parks: USGS Protected Areas Database of the U.S. (PAD-US 4.1); state park agencies' open data (CA, NY, PA, TN, TX, FL, NJ, KY, HI, UT, MT and others); OpenStreetMap contributors for some hours, phones, fees and camping; U.S. National Park Service: unit boundaries (Land Resources Division), Acreage Report (Sept 30, 2026), park pages on nps.gov (hours, fees), Visitor Use Statistics (2025).
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