This was 9.9 percent lower than the state average of 38.1 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 3,645.
86.4 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Columbus for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 310 | 13.6 |
| Regular high school diploma | 917 | 40.3 |
| GED or alternative credential | 151 | 6.6 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 92 | 4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 166 | 7.3 |
| Associate's degree | 196 | 8.6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 359 | 15.8 |
| Master's degree | 24 | 1.1 |
| Professional school degree | 56 | 2.5 |
| Doctorate degree | 6 | 0.3 |
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