Columbia Falls SnackAbility
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Crime in Columbia Falls summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Columbia Falls. Key points include:
There were 109 total crimes in Columbia Falls in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Falls is 1,867.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Falls is 274.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Columbia Falls is 1,593.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Columbia Falls is -11.90% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Columbia Falls Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Columbia Falls / 100k People |
Montana / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 109 | 1,867.1 | 2,040.7 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 16 | 274.1 | 423.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.7 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 19.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 13 | 222.7 | 342.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 93 | 1,593.0 | 1,617.3 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 0 | 0.0 | 167.2 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 92 | 1,575.9 | 1,286.0 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 1 | 17.1 | 164.0 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Columbia Falls summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Columbia Falls. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Montana. Key points include:
The cost of living in Columbia Falls is 102 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Columbia Falls is 1.0x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Columbia Falls is $599,165.
The median income in Columbia Falls is $75,766.
Columbia Falls's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Columbia Falls Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Columbia Falls | Montana | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 102 | 102 | 100 |
| Services | 106 | 104 | 100 |
| Groceries | 105 | 103 | 100 |
| Health | 111 | 101 | 100 |
| Housing | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Utilities | 104 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Columbia Falls, MT Weather
The average high in Columbia Falls is 54.8° and the average low is 31.7°.
There are 54.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 19.0 inches of precipitation each year with 56.3 inches of snow.
| Stat | Columbia Falls |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 54.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 31.7 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 54.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 19.0 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 56.3 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Columbia Falls, MT Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Columbia Falls
The people in this town are so nice and generous. There's a strong sense of community here. People really look out for one another and always offer help when needed.
The people here are the nicest I have ever come across.
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Columbia Falls Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Columbia Falls
The current population in Columbia Falls is 5,615. The population has increased 21.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,615 | 1.5% |
| 2023 | 5,531 | 1.8% |
| 2022 | 5,435 | 2.5% |
| 2021 | 5,304 | -6.1% |
| 2020 | 5,651 | 4.1% |
| 2019 | 5,429 | 3.9% |
| 2018 | 5,225 | 3.4% |
| 2017 | 5,054 | 1.9% |
| 2016 | 4,960 | 2.1% |
| 2015 | 4,856 | 1.9% |
| 2014 | 4,765 | 1.1% |
| 2013 | 4,713 | 0.5% |
| 2012 | 4,690 | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 4,678 | 1.1% |
| 2010 | 4,626 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Columbia Falls
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Columbia Falls is:
93.6% White with 5,258 White residents.
0.0% African American with 0 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
0.7% Asian with 37 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.3% Other with 16 Other residents.
2.5% Two Or More with 139 Two Or More residents.
2.9% Hispanic with 165 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Columbia Falls | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 93.6% | 83.6% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.0% | 0.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.7% | 0.8% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 2.5% | 4.7% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 2.9% | 4.6% | 19.3% |
Gender in Columbia Falls
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Columbia Falls is 50.6% female with 2,840 female residents.
Columbia Falls is 49.4% male with 2,774 male residents.
| Gender | Columbia Falls | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 49.3% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.7% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Columbia Falls for adults over 25
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2.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed < 9th grade.
6.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed 9-12th grade.
27.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed high school / ged.
22.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed associate's degree.
22.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed bachelor's degree.
8.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Columbia Falls completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Columbia Falls | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 6.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 27.0% | 28.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 22.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 22.0% | 23.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Columbia Falls, Montana
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5.0% of households in Columbia Falls earn Less than $10,000.
5.7% of households in Columbia Falls earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.6% of households in Columbia Falls earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.3% of households in Columbia Falls earn $25,000 to $34,999.
10.4% of households in Columbia Falls earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.6% of households in Columbia Falls earn $50,000 to $74,999.
14.8% of households in Columbia Falls earn $75,000 to $99,999.
28.0% of households in Columbia Falls earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.9% of households in Columbia Falls earn $150,000 to $199,999.
0.7% of households in Columbia Falls earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Columbia Falls | MT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 5.0% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.7% | 3.7% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.6% | 7.0% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.3% | 7.6% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.4% | 11.8% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.6% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.8% | 13.6% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 28.0% | 17.4% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.9% | 8.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 0.7% | 9.0% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
