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Typical Middle TN Small City, Sort Of User Rating 3 rating By FrasierID ( Oct 15, 2019) Most of Middle Tennessee is lovely, deriving a lot of energy from a strong, growing Nashville while maintaining a great deal of local charm. However, Columbia appears to be a bit rougher, with more crime, than most Middle Tennessee communities. Not really a lot going on there. It ...Read More 's mostly ok for longtime locals we know, but you might want to look hard before moving there. You might want to look at other Middle TN communities first. Read Less
Calm Columbia! User Rating 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) Columbia, Tennessee is a very nice place to live or even visit. With miles and miles of open road, livestock, and beautiful country fields; you will feel very much at ease. The weather is also perfect for farming with plenty of rain and sunshine throughout the months. In winter, ...Read More they may be snow but nothing harsh and unbearable. With much land around, this means there are few shopping centers and entertainment places located nearby. This also brings the cost of living down and much more affordable for the average household.
On the other hand, education and crime are higher than usual and employment opportunities are very scarce. This is a result of farmers using lots of land for miles.
I have stayed in Columbia, Tennessee for only a few years and I really seem to enjoy the nice weather and privacy you get. It is very quite and secluded than most and many of the residents there are very private and also respectful! Read Less
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      F Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Columbia? Well, there are not many amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Pop Geers Park
      Woodland Park
      Betty Lee Park
      Pillow Park
      Betty Lee Park
      Woodlawn Park
      RIverwalk Park
      Fairview Park

      Entertainment

      Saint Peters Episcopal Church
      Polk Home
      aMuse'um
      Columbia Arts Building
      Tenn Pin Alley

      Food & Drink

      Taps Off Main
      McDonald's
      Burger King
      Dunkin' Donuts
      Arby's
      Taco Bell
      Taco Bell and Pizza Hut

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Columbia? Of all people who commute, 0.1% take public transportation in Columbia.
      Drive to Work
      84%

      7% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      1%

      2% lower than the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Columbia a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Maury Regional Medical Center

      Pharmacies

      Doctors