Economy & Jobs — Columbia, North Carolina

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$25,893
Estimated 2026~$24,100
Per Capita Income$15,795
Poverty Rate27.0%
Unemployment Rate6.0%
In Labor Force281

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Other Services34.7%
Arts Food13.1%
Construction11.1%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Gas Stations4
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.