Columbus, Texas
Columbus: city in Colorado County, Texas, United States
About
Columbus is a city located in the county of Colorado in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,655 and a population density of 491 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,699 inhabitants.
The city was created 205 years ago in 1820.
Quick Facts about Columbus
| Population | 3,699 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Colorado County |
| Postal code | 78934 |
| Phone Area Codes | 979 |
| Area | 7.45 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 29.7066,-96.5397 |
| Altitude | 203 feet / 62 meters |
| Capital city | Columbus is capital of Colorado County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1821 (205 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:54:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 497 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 1.19% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Columbus is located at 29°42'24"N 96°32'23"W (29.7066200, -96.5396900).
Columbus map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Columbus increased by 1.19% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,655 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,649 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,621 | -0.77% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,588 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,554 | -0.96% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,583 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,595 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,616 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,615 | -0.03% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,646 | 0.85% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,699 | 1.43% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Columbus
1Columbus City Office
605 Spring St, Columbus, TX 78934 View details
Phone: +19797322366 | Website available
2Columbus City Office
1538 Fannin St, Columbus, TX 78934 View details
Phone: +19797322366 | Website available
People born in Columbus (8)
People born in Columbus, including football player Bo Schobel, baseball player Doug Rau, mayor J. Waddy Tate, .
More notable people
- Matt Schobel (Player of American football) he was born in 04/11/1978
- Roland Mitchell (American football player) he was born in 15/03/1964
- Tex Leyendecker (American gridiron football player (1906-1988)) he was born in 03/02/1906
- E.V. Hill (American pastor) he was born in 11/11/1933
- Alvin J. Wirtz (American politician) he was born in 22/05/1888
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Columbus, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 223427 | Blinn College | Brenham (TX) | 77833-4098 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Columbus, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
| BRY | Bryan, TX | 301 East 26th Street | BUS |
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Columbus.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Columbu Post Office | Columbus (TX) | 78934 |
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Other cities in Colorado County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Colorado County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Eagle Lake | 3,770 | City in Polk County, Florida, United States |
| Weimar | 2,230 | City in Texas, United States |
| Lakeside | 1,586 | Town in Tarrant County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Columbus distances to largest Texas cities