City
- Public SchoolsA
- Crime & SafetyC+
- HousingB
- NightlifeA
- Good for FamiliesA
- DiversityA-
- JobsA-
- WeatherB-
- Cost of LivingB
- Health & FitnessB+
- Outdoor ActivitiesA-
- CommuteA
Real Estate
Columbia Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Residents
Diversity
A-
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$45,221
National
$55,322Children
16%
Top Public Schools Serving Columbia
- A+
Rock Bridge Senior High School
- Columbia School District, MO
- PK, 9-12
- 352 reviews
- A
David H. Hickman High School
- Columbia School District, MO
- PK, 9-12
- 439 reviews
- A
Mill Creek Elementary School
- Columbia School District, MO
- PK, K-5
- A-
Ulysses S. Grant Elementary School
- Columbia School District, MO
- PK, K-5
- A-
Midway Heights Elementary School
- Columbia School District, MO
- PK, K-5
Top Private Schools in Columbia
- A+
Columbia Independent School
- Private School
- Columbia, MO
- PK, K-12
- 23 reviews
- A
Fr. Tolton Catholic High School
- Private School
- Columbia, MO
- 9-12
- 17 reviews
- A-
Christian Fellowship School
- Private School
- Columbia, MO
- PK, K-12
- 18 reviews
- A-
Heritage Academy
- Private School
- Columbia, MO
- K-12
- 21 reviews
- B+
University of Missouri High School
- Online School
- Columbia, MO
- 9-12
- 7 reviews
Columbia Reviews
350 reviews
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I have been in Columbia since the Spring of 2013. I love what this town has to offer. With big city dreams and a small town feel, Columbia, MO, is my new home. There are amazing eateries, niche shops in the downtown area, and opportunities galore! There is some pretty amazing colleges and universities in the area as well. Also, the hospitals have amazing experiences for those in the health science and business field. Did I mention the cost of living is pretty reasonable as it was rated in the top ten best places to live in America for someone starting out in their young adulthood.
Columbia is the home of Mizzou Tigers! Everywhere you look you are welcomed to Columbia with the colors of Black and Gold! It is also a great community and has a great familly atmosphere. Columbia is known for quite a bit of trail to walk or ride which ever you prefer. They have the best resturants and if you like to play in the park with your family after a great meal, I suggest to walk at the Shelter Gardens! A very beautiful and peaceful, don't forget your camera when visit Columbia!
Columbia is a delightful, diverse little city with something for everyone. Good food from an array of locally owned restaurants complement the abundant live performance venues and festivals including True/False Film Festival and Roots and Blues and BBQ. Beautiful and accessible trails and parks abound here. The University of Missouri provides many opportunities for locals such as concerts, theatre, SEC sports, and many other public events. Columbia is also home to Stephens College and Columbia College. Shopping ranges from quaint shops in the charming downtown area to standard regional and national chains. Many locals attend one of the Christian churches, the mosque, the temple, or other places for spiritual gatherings. Healthcare is available from world-class facilities including the large medical center at the University. All this and a reasonable cost of living make Columbia a great choice for anyone from young families to retirees.