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Columbia, CA Utility & Living Guide

Columbia is a census-designated place (CDP) located in the Sierra Nevada foothills in Tuolumne County, California, United States. As of the 2020 census, Columbia had a population of 2,577.

Last updated: July 8, 2026
1BR Rent$783/mo
Median Home$391,600
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Living in Columbia, summers are intense — Jul highs average 93.2°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 34.9°F. With 3229 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. With 35.4 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Median household income: $50,491. With a 19.5% poverty rate and 67.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Good — avg AQI 42 over the past week.
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Living in Columbia, summers are intense — Jul highs average 93.2°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 34.9°F. With 3229 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. With 35.4 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Median household income: $50,491. With a 19.5% poverty rate and 67.4% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Good — avg AQI 42 over the past week.
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1 Bedroom$783/mo
2 Bedrooms$870/mo
3 Bedrooms$1087/mo
Median Home Price$391,600
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📊 Columbia — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$50,491
🏠 Homeownership Rate
67.4%
🔑 Renter Rate
32.6%
📉 Poverty Rate
19.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
8.3%
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Last verified: July 8, 2026 · For utility emergencies contact your provider directly.

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