Columbia
City in Tennessee, United States
Overview
Columbia, Tennessee, is a quaint southern town steeped in history and local culture. Known for its annual Mule Day festival, charming downtown, and scenic spots along the Duck River, Columbia offers a laid-back escape from city life. With friendly residents and a strong sense of community, it's an inviting place for visitors looking for authentic small-town experiences.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Tennessee
Population
160
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
35.62°, -87.04°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
70
Female Safety
65
LGBTQ+ Safety
40
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,985
Local Cost
$1,290
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
80
English
100
Temperature
15.0°C
Summer Avg
25.3°C
Winter Avg
4.0°C
Record High
42.4°C
Record Low
-17.9°C
Humidity
78%
Precipitation
1372 mm
Internet Speed
222 Mbps
Upload
83 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
9
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
1
Parks
5
Transport
85
Walk Score
85
Footways
170.0
Airport
MRC
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-23.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 34 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.