Investor-grade market analytics for Columbus, Indiana. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$276,348
+2.5% year-over-year
6.0%
gross annual
+2.5%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+2.5% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 13% nationally
In-migrants avg $54,868 AGI vs out-migrants $62,140
Opportunity Zone Market
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Columbus, IN shows steady growth at 2.5% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 3.44x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.04% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Columbus, IN's primary climate exposure is flooding (50/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
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