Columbia City, Indiana
Columbia City: county seat in Indiana
About
Columbia City is a city located in the county of Whitley in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 8,750 and a population density of 617 people per km². After 9 years in 2019 city had an estimated population of 9,234 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Columbia City
| Population | 9,234 (2019) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Whitley County |
| Postal code | 46725 |
| Phone Area Codes | 260 |
| Area | 14.17 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.1573,-85.4883 |
| Altitude | 860 feet / 262 meters |
| Capital city | Columbia City is capital of Whitley County |
| Time Zone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Local time | 00:29:38 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 651 Pop. per km² as of 2019 |
| Population growth | 5.24% (2010-2019) |
| Weather | 76℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Columbia City is located at 41°9'26"N 85°29'18"W (41.1572700, -85.4883100).
Columbia City map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Southeast wind 0 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Columbia City increased by 5.24% in 9 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,750 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,866 | 1.31% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,863 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,842 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,879 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,908 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,913 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,065 | 1.68% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,179 | 1.24% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,234 | 0.6% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Columbia City
1City Hall
112 S Chauncey St # A, Columbia City, IN 46725 View details
Phone: +12602485111
People born in Columbia City (10)
People born in Columbia City, including politician Ralph F. Gates, classical and medieval Latin scholar Charles H. Beeson, Marine Corps general Keller E. Rockey, .
More notable people
- Leigh S. J. Hunt (Businessman and university administrator) he was born in 01/08/1855
- Merritte W. Ireland (United States general) he was born in 31/05/1867
- Dave Herman (American martial artist) he was born in 03/10/1984
- Oral Swigart (American naval officer and wrestler) he was born in 09/10/1897
- Jim Banks (American politician) he was born in 16/07/1979
- Hannah Schaefer she was born in 02/06/1996
- Crede Calhoun (American journalist) he was born in 25/04/1885
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Columbia City, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 151458 | International Business College-Fort Wayne | Fort Wayne (IN) | 46804-7145 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Columbia City, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WTI | Waterloo | Lincoln and Center Street | RAIL |
| EKH | Elkhart station | 131 Tyler Avenue | RAIL |
| BYN | Bryan | Page and Lynn Street | RAIL |
| SOB | South Bend station | 2702 West Washington Avenue | RAIL |
| NLS | Niles station | 598 Dey St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Columbia City.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia City Post Office | Columbia City (IN) | 46725 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Columbia City, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 2,022 people.
Other cities in Whitley County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Whitley County , IN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Churubusco | 1,999 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| South Whitley | 1,745 | City in Whitley County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Etna | 1,505 | Unincorporated community in Whitley County, Indiana |
| Tri-Lakes | 1,421 | Unincorporated community in Whitley County, Indiana |
| Larwill | 288 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Columbia City distances to largest Indiana cities