Apartments for rent in Columbus, IN

Columbus is a town in Indiana with slightly less than 46,000 residents. The city's residents, with an average age of just over 38, are younger than most cities in Indiana. Most residents own their homes in Columbus, and 36% of residents rent. At $885 per month, the average rent is a bit above the state average.

Averaging about 19 minutes, the commute time for Columbus residents is faster than the state average of about 24 minutes. Many residents (44%) commute to work by car, while public transportation is not widely used. Relatively few commuters walk to work.

Compared to the national average (7%), Columbus has a large number of residents over the age of 25 with advanced degrees, as 10% have earned a Master's degree or a Doctorate. In addition, 15% possess a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Columbus: manufacturing, healthcare, and retail. Combined, these industries make up 29% of the labor force in the city. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many residents work in management, which ranks as the top career path in the city. Columbus workers take home an average annual income of around $72,000, more than those elsewhere in Indiana. Columbus's average income, however, is fairly average compared to the national level of $73,345.