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Crime in Columbia Heights summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Columbia Heights. Key points include:
There were 476 total crimes in Columbia Heights in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Heights is 2,038.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Heights is 316.9 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Heights is 1,721.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Columbia Heights is -3.80% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Columbia Heights Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Columbia Heights / 100k People |
Minnesota / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 476 | 2,038.7 | 1,862.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 74 | 316.9 | 256.6 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.9 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 8 | 34.3 | 48.9 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 52 | 222.7 | 168.0 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 402 | 1,721.8 | 1,606.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 42 | 179.9 | 184.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 278 | 1,190.7 | 1,208.5 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 82 | 351.2 | 213.1 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Columbia Heights summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Columbia Heights. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:
The cost of living in Columbia Heights is 104 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Columbia Heights is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Columbia Heights is $295,929.
The median income in Columbia Heights is $73,691.
Columbia Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Columbia Heights Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Columbia Heights | Minnesota | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 104 | 101 | 100 |
| Services | 104 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 106 | 99 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 101 | 100 |
| Transportation | 105 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 101 | 101 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Columbia Heights, MN Weather
The average high in Columbia Heights is 55.2° and the average low is 36.6°.
There are 64.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 32.5 inches of precipitation each year with 52.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Columbia Heights |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 55.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.6 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 64.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 32.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 52.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Columbia Heights Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Columbia Heights
The current population in Columbia Heights is 22,155. The population has increased 13.6% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 22,155 | 0.6% |
| 2023 | 22,016 | 0.9% |
| 2022 | 21,822 | 1.0% |
| 2021 | 21,612 | 6.7% |
| 2020 | 20,247 | 0.6% |
| 2019 | 20,118 | 0.8% |
| 2018 | 19,958 | 0.7% |
| 2017 | 19,823 | 0.7% |
| 2016 | 19,689 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 19,632 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 19,605 | 0.1% |
| 2013 | 19,576 | 0.1% |
| 2012 | 19,549 | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 19,532 | 0.2% |
| 2010 | 19,501 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Columbia Heights
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Columbia Heights is:
48.3% White with 10,704 White residents.
26.8% African American with 5,948 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 34 American Indian residents.
4.2% Asian with 923 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.9% Other with 202 Other residents.
4.3% Two Or More with 952 Two Or More residents.
15.3% Hispanic with 3,392 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Columbia Heights | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 48.3% | 75.9% | 57.4% |
| African American | 26.8% | 6.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 4.2% | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.3% | 4.5% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 15.3% | 6.4% | 19.3% |
Gender in Columbia Heights
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Columbia Heights is 49.8% female with 11,035 female residents.
Columbia Heights is 50.2% male with 11,120 male residents.
| Gender | Columbia Heights | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 49.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Columbia Heights for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed 9-12th grade.
30.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed high school / ged.
20.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed associate's degree.
23.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Columbia Heights completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Columbia Heights | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 3.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 30.0% | 23.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 19.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 12.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 23.0% | 26.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 10.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Columbia Heights, Minnesota
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7.0% of households in Columbia Heights earn Less than $10,000.
2.9% of households in Columbia Heights earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.9% of households in Columbia Heights earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.4% of households in Columbia Heights earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.7% of households in Columbia Heights earn $35,000 to $49,999.
14.8% of households in Columbia Heights earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.2% of households in Columbia Heights earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.3% of households in Columbia Heights earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.7% of households in Columbia Heights earn $150,000 to $199,999.
8.2% of households in Columbia Heights earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Columbia Heights | MN | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.0% | 3.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.9% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.9% | 5.2% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.4% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.7% | 9.3% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.8% | 15.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.2% | 13.2% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.3% | 19.6% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.7% | 11.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 8.2% | 13.8% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
