There are 2 independent living communities near Columbia, Mississippi. The mean cost / day for independent living in Mississippi is about $53, with costs ranging between $15 and $144 daily. On a per month basis, this equates to a mean cost of $1,595, with costs ranging from around $440 up to $4,331. The mean annual cost is $19,140, which is below the nationwide average of $23,100.
Located in Marion County, Columbia is a small city in the State of Mississippi. Though the encompassing area is home to 1,188,211 people, there are 17,657 living within the city itself. Approximately 28% of the local populace are 55 and over.
Columbia has an average SeniorScore™ of 64. The city's mean household income is $35,000 ($19,000 per person), in comparison to the average of $34,000 for the entire state of Mississippi. The mean home price in Columbia is $129,000, which is higher than the state average of $114,000. Columbia also has a moderate unemployment rate of roughly 8.33%.
Columbia has ideal average temperatures, with very mild winters and very balmy summers. The area gets very large levels of precipitation each year. When compared to other American cities, Columbia has subpar air quality ratings.