Columbia County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Columbia County, WI, has a population of approximately 58,490. The racial demographics are predominantly White (approximately 94%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (about 4%), African American (1%), Asian (1%), and other races (1%). The median age is around 43 years. The average household size is 2.4 individuals. The median household income is approximately $67,000, with about 6% of the population living below the poverty line. The county covers 796 square miles, leading to a population density of roughly 73.5 people per square mile.

As of 2023, Columbia County, WI has a median home price of roughly $280,000. The median rent is approximately $1,200 per month. Homeownership rate averages around 70%, with a vacancy rate near 5%. Columbia County has a population of about 57,000 with approximately 23,000 housing units. Housing market trends show a steady appreciation, with a year-over-year increase of about 3-5%.

Columbia County, Wisconsin conducts elections in alignment with state and federal guidelines. Key positions open in recent elections include County Board Supervisors, Sheriff, Clerk of Courts, and various municipal roles.

For the 2022 elections, Columbia County had 41,503 registered voters. In notable races:

• Governor: Tony Evers (Democratic) received 18,432 votes, Tim Michels (Republican) received 17,561 votes.
• U.S. Senate: Mandela Barnes (Democratic) received 17,839 votes, Ron Johnson (Republican) received 18,892 votes.
• Sheriff: Republican Roger Brandner ran unopposed and received 22,312 votes.

Voter turnout was approximately 69%. Local elections also included various townships with varying candidates for supervisory and municipal roles. For current candidate lists and detailed information, voters should refer to the Columbia County official website or local government offices.

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As of the most recent data, Columbia County, WI, shows varied educational attainment levels. Approximately 91.3% of the residents aged 25 and older have completed high school, which is slightly higher than the national average of 88.6% and the Wisconsin state average of 92.1%. Around 23.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is slightly below the national average of 32.1%. These figures suggest that while high school completion rates in Columbia County are quite robust, college degree attainment lags behind national trends, yet aligns more closely with state figures, as Wisconsin's bachelor's degree attainment is at approximately 29.5%.

As of 2021, Columbia County, WI, had an employment rate of approximately 3.0%, lower than both the national average of 4.6% and the Wisconsin state average of 3.9%. The county's labor force comprised about 32,000 people.

Top industries include Manufacturing, Healthcare & Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Educational Services. Manufacturing employs around 21% of the workforce, significantly higher than the national average of about 8.5%. Healthcare and Social Assistance account for roughly 17%, close to the national average of 16%. Retail Trade employs about 11%, which is higher than the national average of 10.5%. Educational Services employ about 8%, lower than the national average of 9%.

In sum, Columbia County has a strong manufacturing base compared to national figures, with notable involvement in healthcare and retail sectors.

As of the latest available data, the average household income in Columbia County, WI is approximately $70,745. To put this into perspective, the average household income for the state of Wisconsin is about $64,168, while the national average is $68,703. This indicates that Columbia County's average income is higher than both the state and national averages.

These figures highlight the relatively favorable economic situation in Columbia County compared to broader benchmarks.

As of the latest available data, Columbia County, Wisconsin, has a crime rate of approximately 18.34 per 1,000 residents. Here is a breakdown of various types of crimes and their respective occurrences based on recent statistics:

Violent crimes include offenses such as assault and robbery. Property crimes cover burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. These figures provide an overview to help understand the crime dynamics within the county. Always check the latest reports for the most current data.