Columbia, IL Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 10,274 (97% urban, 3% rural).

Population (male): 4,942

Population (female): 5,332

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $830.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 10.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents, 55.1% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (46.3%), American (10.6%), English (6.4%), Irish (6.3%), Greek (3.9%), Polish (2.4%).

Elevation: 500 feet

Land Area: 9.41 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 9,577 - 94.4%
      Hispanic - 198 - 2.0%
      Asian alone - 158 - 1.6%
      Black alone - 58 - 0.6%
      Two or more races - 41 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 15 - 0.1%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

In Home Drug Testing

In-Home Drug Testing Columbia, IL

Instant Results - Accurate- Convenient

Accredited Drug Testing offers self-administered/self-collection drug testing products in Columbia, IL for employers that need On The Job Testing, In-Home Personal Use or for Family Testing Purposes. Our in-home/self-administered rapid drug testing options are a cost-effective alternative when needing to test an employee, individual, or family member when visiting a testing center is not convenient and you are in need of a reliable rapid baseline result. Call us today to order your instant testing devices or simply place your order below. All instant testing devices are FDA approved. The initial screen is used as an initial screening and it is recommended that all positive results should be confirmed by a certified laboratory. All Negative results are conclusive.

Instant Test Products

5panel Instant

5 Panel Rapid Result

Our 5 panel rapid results is the most common urine drug test utilized for baseline testing. This drug test screens for the most commonly abused "street" drugs and is the most common utilized by employers and individuals.

5 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

10panel Instant

10 Panel Rapid Result

The 10-panel rapid results drug testing cup is a rapid test for the detection of the commonly abused "street" drug and prescription medication. The 10 panel is utilized by employers and individuals when they are in need of a more comprehensive result than the 5-panel drug test.

10 panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • Tricyclic Antidepressants (TCA)

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OPI 2000 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

12panel Instant

12 Panel Rapid Result

The 12-panel rapid results drug test screens for the presence of 12 different metabolites to provide simple, fast and accurate results. This test is often used for comprehensive testing that must include additional drugs not screened for in the 10-panel rapid test.

12 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

14 Panel

14 Panel Rapid Result

The 14-panel rapid results drug test is currently the most comprehensive instant drug test available. This rapid test will provide you with a broad range of drug metabolites to ensure the most comprehensive in-home drug test result.

14 Panel Instant Cup Screens For:

  • Amphetamines (Methamphetamines is included)
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
    • Codeine
    • Morphine
    • Heroin
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • Benzodiazepines
  • Barbiturates
  • Methadone
  • MDMA
  • Oxycodone
  • Methadone
  • Buprenorphine-Suboxone
  • Tricyclic Anti-Depressants,
  • EDDP

Urine Cut-Off Levels
AMP 1000ng/mL, BAR 300 ng/mL, BUP 5 ng/mL, BZO 300 ng/mL, COC 300 ng/mL, EDDP, mAMP 1000 ng/mL, MDMA 500 ng/mL, MOP 300ng/mL, MTD 500 ng/mL, OXY 100 ng/mL, PCP 25 ng/mL, TCA 1000ng/mL, THC 50ng/mL

Additional Screening Options

Weed Instant

Marijuana Only (THC) Instant
This single dip rapid result test screens for the presence of THC metabolites. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
50 ng/mL cutoff level

Weed Instant

Nicotine (Cotinine) Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of nicotine and cotinine metabolites in urine. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
Cotinine 200ng/ml cutoff level

Weed Instant

ETG Alcohol Instant
This single use dip rapid result test screens for the presence of alcohol metabolite (ETG) for up to 80 hours of consumption. Simple 2 step process (dip and read), results within 5 minutes or less.
Urine Cut-Off Levels
500 ng/mL cut-off level

Don't see your single drug test? Accredited Drug Testing also offers the following single panel drug test screening options for:

  • Cocaine (COC)
  • Marijuana (THC)
  • Amphetamine (AMP)
  • Methamphetamine (mAMP)
  • Opiates (OPI)
  • Oxycodone (OXY)
  • Benzodiazepines (BZO)
  • Barbiturates (BAR)
  • Buprenorphine (BUP)
  • Phencyclidine (PCP)
  • MDMA-Ecstasy
  • Methadone (MTD)
  • Tramadol (TRM)
  • Fentanyl (FEN)*
  • K2 Spice (Synthetic Marijuana)*

If you are in need of a laboratory-analyzed drug or alcohol test, please find listed below our Columbia, IL testing locations.

7706 WAGNER RD 4.9 miles

7706 WAGNER RD
MILLSTADT, IL 62260
Categories: MILLSTADT IL

509 HAMACHER, STE 200B 7.7 miles

509 HAMACHER, STE 200B
WATERLOO, IL 62298
Categories: WATERLOO IL

509 Hamacher St Ste 201, 7.7 miles

509 Hamacher St Ste 201,
Waterloo, IL 62298
Categories: Waterloo IL

509 HAMACHER ST STE 103 7.7 miles

509 HAMACHER ST STE 103
WATERLOO, IL 62298
Categories: WATERLOO IL

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101 7.8 miles

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63125
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR 10.2 miles

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300 10.3 miles

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

13303 TESSON FERRY RD 10.4 miles

13303 TESSON FERRY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

28 RONNIES PLZ 10.4 miles

28 RONNIES PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63126
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9950 Kennerly Rd, 10.5 miles

9950 Kennerly Rd,
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Categories: Saint Louis MO

12345 W BEND DR 10.5 miles

12345 W BEND DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10010 KENNERLY RD 10.5 miles

10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8300 VALCOUR AVE 10.9 miles

8300 VALCOUR AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63123
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5, 10.9 miles

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5,
Belleville, IL 62223
Categories: Belleville IL

120 KENRICK PLZ 11.6 miles

120 KENRICK PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100 11.6 miles

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63109
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400 12.2 miles

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226
Categories: BELLEVILLE IL

2348 HAMPTON AVE 12.7 miles

2348 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2331 HAMPTON AVE 12.7 miles

2331 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2 12.8 miles

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A 12.8 miles

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 N TUCKER BLVD 12.9 miles

400 N TUCKER BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1720 OLIVE ST 12.9 miles

1720 OLIVE ST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3100 Market St 13.0 miles

3100 Market St
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

5000 MANCHESTER AVE 13.1 miles

5000 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

6542 MANCHESTER AVE 13.2 miles

6542 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B 13.3 miles

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63143
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110 13.6 miles

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63122
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100 14.0 miles

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

40 N Kingshighway, 14.1 miles

40 N Kingshighway,
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Categories: Saint Louis MO

455 S KIRKWOOD RD 14.3 miles

455 S KIRKWOOD RD
KIRKWOOD, MO 63122
Categories: KIRKWOOD MO

642 Clayton Rd. 14.5 miles

642 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Categories: Saint Louis MO

9556 MANCHESTER RD 14.5 miles

9556 MANCHESTER RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD 14.6 miles

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR 15.1 miles

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

5031 N Illinois 15.6 miles

5031 N Illinois
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Categories: Fairview Heights IL

102 N STATE ST 15.9 miles

102 N STATE ST
FREEBURG, IL 62243
Categories: FREEBURG IL

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305 15.9 miles

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305
CLAYTON, MO 63105
Categories: CLAYTON MO

317 SALEM PL 16.0 miles

317 SALEM PL
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL 62208
Categories: FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS IL

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400 16.5 miles

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400
SHILOH, IL 62269
Categories: SHILOH IL

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100 17.5 miles

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200 17.5 miles

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63131
Categories: St. Louis MO

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4 18.0 miles

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1 18.0 miles

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2100 MADISON AVE 18.0 miles

2100 MADISON AVE
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100 18.0 miles

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100
MANCHESTER, MO 63021
Categories: MANCHESTER MO

8340 N BROADWAY 18.7 miles

8340 N BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63147
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

615 S NEW BALLAS RD 19.0 miles

615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

325 SPRING ST 19.6 miles

325 SPRING ST
RED BUD, IL 62278
Categories: RED BUD IL

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E 20.1 miles

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

1439 US HIGHWAY 61 STE B 20.2 miles

1439 US HIGHWAY 61 STE B
FESTUS, MO 63028
Categories: FESTUS MO

1463 Highway 61 Ste 61, 20.2 miles

1463 Highway 61 Ste 61,
Festus, MO 63028
Categories: Festus MO

11550 OLIVE BLVD 20.2 miles

11550 OLIVE BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11700 STUDT AVE 20.3 miles

11700 STUDT AVE
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD 20.4 miles

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

4700 NAMEOKI RD 21.2 miles

4700 NAMEOKI RD
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

119 CHURCH ST STE 223 21.5 miles

119 CHURCH ST STE 223
FERGUSON, MO 63135
Categories: FERGUSON MO

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma 21.6 miles

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma
Branson West, MO 65737
Categories: Branson West MO

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200 21.7 miles

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD 21.9 miles

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1 22.4 miles

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

15620 MANCHESTER RD 22.6 miles

15620 MANCHESTER RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

83 PROGRESS PKWY 22.6 miles

83 PROGRESS PKWY
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO 63043
Categories: MARYLAND HEIGHTS MO

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG 22.9 miles

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301 22.9 miles

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301
BALLWIN, MO 63011
Categories: BALLWIN MO

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR 22.9 miles

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101 23.1 miles

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63136
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108, 23.4 miles

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108,
Eureka, MO 63025
Categories: Eureka MO

233 CLARKSON RD 23.4 miles

233 CLARKSON RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

1400 US HIGHWAY 61 STE G50 23.5 miles

1400 US HIGHWAY 61 STE G50
FESTUS, MO 63028
Categories: FESTUS MO

1400 US HIGHWAY 61 STE G-60 23.5 miles

1400 US HIGHWAY 61 STE G-60
FESTUS, MO 63028
Categories: FESTUS MO

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150 24.0 miles

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150
MARYVILLE, IL 62062
Categories: MARYVILLE IL

623 W. 5TH STREET 24.1 miles

623 W. 5TH STREET
EUREKA, MO 63025
Categories: EUREKA MO

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A, 24.1 miles

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A,
Maryville, IL 62062
Categories: Maryville IL

10585 BUSINESS 21 24.2 miles

10585 BUSINESS 21
HILLSBORO, MO 63050
Categories: HILLSBORO MO

3446 MCKELVEY RD 24.4 miles

3446 MCKELVEY RD
BRIDGETON, MO 63044
Categories: BRIDGETON MO

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150 24.7 miles

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208, 24.7 miles

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208,
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Categories: Bridgeton MO

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd, 24.8 miles

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd,
Florissant, MO 63033
Categories: Florissant MO

637 DUNN RD STE 155 24.9 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 155
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

463 LYNN HAVEN LN 25.0 miles

463 LYNN HAVEN LN
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing is a method used by individuals to check for the presence of drugs in the body, typically through urine, saliva, or hair sample tests. This form of testing is commonly employed by parents, employers, and educational institutions who wish to monitor drug use. It can also be useful for individuals monitoring their own recovery from drug addiction or for those who need to ensure a drug-free status for workplace compliance.

Types of In-Home Drug Tests

  • Urine Tests: The most common type, these tests detect drugs and their metabolites in urine. They are known for their ease of use, rapid results, and affordability.
  • Saliva Tests: These involve collecting saliva to detect drug residues. While not as sensitive as urine tests, they are less invasive and can detect drug use within a shorter window after consumption.
  • Hair Follicle Tests: These tests provide a longer detection window, tracing drug use back up to 90 days. However, they are more expensive and require sending a sample to a lab for analysis.

Advantages of In-Home Drug Testing

In-home drug testing kits offer several benefits:

  1. Privacy: Allows testing in a private setting, which can be less stressful for individuals being tested.
  2. Convenience: Tests can be performed at any time and do not require appointments with healthcare providers.
  3. Immediate Results: Most tests provide results within minutes, offering quick insight into drug use.
  4. Cost-Effective: These tests are generally more affordable than testing conducted at medical facilities.

Limitations and Considerations

While in-home drug testing kits are useful, they also have limitations:

  • Accuracy: The accuracy can vary between brands and types of tests. False positives and false negatives can occur, especially if the test kits are not used correctly.
  • Legal Implications: The results from in-home tests might not be admissible in court or in formal employment settings, which often require confirmation from professional labs.
  • Drug Detection Windows: Each drug has a different detection window, and some drugs may not be detectable shortly after use.

Choosing the Right Test

When selecting an in-home drug testing kit, consider the following:

  1. Substances Tested: Ensure the kit can detect the specific drugs you are concerned about.
  2. Sensitivity and Specificity: Look for kits that balance sensitivity (ability to detect drugs at low levels) with specificity (ability to avoid false positives).
  3. User Reviews: Research reviews and feedback to gauge the effectiveness and reliability of different brands and types.

In summary, in-home drug testing can be a valuable tool for maintaining a safe and drug-free environment. However, it is essential to understand its limitations and ensure proper usage to obtain reliable results.

Local Area Info: Columbia, Illinois

Columbia is a city mainly in Monroe County with a small portion in St. Clair County in the U.S. state of Illinois, about 12 miles (19 km) south of St. Louis, Missouri. The population was 9,707 at the 2010 census.

The first white settlers to come to the area of Columbia, Illinois, were Frenchmen in the mid-17th century. They named the area in which Columbia was founded L'Aigle, which is French for "The Eagle."

In the mid-18th century, the British took over the territory until the Revolutionary War forced them out of the area. The colonial American settlers soon arrived in the early 1780s and established the first permanent settlements in the area of Columbia, Fort Whiteside and Fort Piggott. Both frontier forts were of log construction and were used to protect the settlers against Indian raids.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 10,274 (97% urban, 3% rural).

Population (male): 4,942

Population (female): 5,332

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $830.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 7.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (6.2% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 10.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for other race residents, 55.1% for two or more races residents)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (46.3%), American (10.6%), English (6.4%), Irish (6.3%), Greek (3.9%), Polish (2.4%).

Elevation: 500 feet

Land Area: 9.41 square miles.

Races:
      White alone - 9,577 - 94.4%
      Hispanic - 198 - 2.0%
      Asian alone - 158 - 1.6%
      Black alone - 58 - 0.6%
      Two or more races - 41 - 0.4%
      American Indian alone - 15 - 0.1%

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