About Columbia

Columbia offers all of the basic services traditionally provided by most cities – fire, police, public health, transportation, recreation, solid waste management, wastewater and storm water management, business services, streets and sidewalks, to mention a few. Additionally, Columbia also operates a regional airport, a short line railroad, a water utility and an electric utility. Columbia's industrial base is growing and there is plenty to see and do. From this page you can view basic information about the City, explore new business opportunities, view newcomer information and learn about the City's recreational activities.

New or Current Residents
Establishing a New Business
City Population, Facts & Other Demographics
- Crime Statistics
- City Facts and Demographics (REDI)

City Facts and Demographics (Budget Document)
Columbia QuickFacts (U.S. Census)
Boone County Fact Sheet (OSEDA)

Things to Do
What's Happening in Columbia
Organizing a special event in Columbia
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Chamber of Commerce
Regional Economic Development
Local Motel / Hotels
Churches and Other Places of Worship
Local Restaurants
Local Shopping Centers
Public Schools, Colleges & Libraries
City Charter
Columbia's Sister Cities