Investor-grade market analytics for Columbus, Nebraska. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$280,082
+2.5% year-over-year
6.2%
gross annual
+2.5%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+2.5% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Bottom 18% nationally
In-migrants avg $45,509 AGI vs out-migrants $54,665
Columbus, NE 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 3.71x, below the national average of 4.8x. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 6.17% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Columbus, NE's primary climate exposure is tornadoes (70/100). 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
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.