Columbus is a city located in Muscogee County, in the state of Georgia (GA), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 216.1 square miles (560.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 300 ft. With a population of approximately 185,781 residents, Columbus offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.65% males and 51.35% females, and it has a population density of 859.70 people per square mile (331.93/km²). Columbus lies at a latitude of 32.49 and a longitude of -84.94, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (9.8%), followed by English (6.2%), German (6.7%), and Scotch-Irish (1.5%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 31901.