Columbus, MS Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 24,041 (96% urban, 4% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.3%

Population (male): 11,105

Population (female): 12,936

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $727.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbus: 81.0 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 36.5% for Black residents, 3.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 11.5% for American Indian residents, 12.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Mississippi and other state lists, there were 126 registered sex offenders living in Columbus, Mississippi as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Columbus is 197 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (5.5%), American (5.1%), Irish (3.4%), German (1.9%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%), African (1.0%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 39702, 39705

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $38,059 (it was $27,393 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,572 (it was $16,848 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $126,145 (it was $67,900 in 2000) Columbus:$126,145MS:$120,200

Races:
      Black alone - 15,587 - 62.9%
      White alone - 8,512 - 34.3%
      Hispanic - 337 - 1.4%
      Asian alone - 287 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 66 - 0.3%
      Two or more races - 82 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 21 - 0.08%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.08%

As a result of Forrest preventing the Union Army from reaching Columbus, its antebellum homes were spared from being burned or destroyed, making its collection second only to Natchez as the most extensive in Mississippi.[page needed] These antebellum homes may be toured during the annual Pilgrimage, in which the Columbus residences open their homes to tourists from around the country.

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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)

Onsite Testing

On-Site Drug Testing Columbus, MS

Time is money, we can come to you. Accredited Drug Testing provides on-site drug testing services in Columbus, MS and throughout the local area for employers who need drug or alcohol testing at their place of business or other location. On-site drug testing methods include urine drug testing, hair drug testing, oral saliva drug testing and breath alcohol testing. Both instant drug test results and laboratory analyzed testing is available. Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident.

1503 HIGHWAY 45 N 2.2 miles

1503 HIGHWAY 45 N
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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362 PARK CREEK DR 2.5 miles

362 PARK CREEK DR
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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3543 BLUECUTT RD 2.9 miles

3543 BLUECUTT RD
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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4508 HIGHWAY 45 N 4.4 miles

4508 HIGHWAY 45 N
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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2520 5TH ST N Emergency Room 6.4 miles

2520 5TH ST N Emergency Room
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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2520 5TH ST N Outpatient Pavilion 6.4 miles

2520 5TH ST N Outpatient Pavilion
COLUMBUS, MS 39705
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3700 N FRONTAGE RD 6.6 miles

3700 N FRONTAGE RD
COLUMBUS, MS 39701
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740 MEDICAL CENTER DR 15.9 miles

740 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WEST POINT, MS 39773
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835 MEDICAL CENTER DR 16.1 miles

835 MEDICAL CENTER DR
WEST POINT, MS 39773
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360 HARDY RD.,BOX 9732 21.4 miles

360 HARDY RD.,BOX 9732
MISSISSIPPI STATE, MS 39762
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103 DOCTORS PARK 22.6 miles

103 DOCTORS PARK
STARKVILLE, MS 39759
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400 HOSPITAL RD 22.7 miles

400 HOSPITAL RD
STARKVILLE, MS 39759
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501 HOSPITAL RD 22.8 miles

501 HOSPITAL RD
STARKVILLE, MS 39759
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401 S CHESTNUT ST 23.4 miles

401 S CHESTNUT ST
ABERDEEN, MS 39730
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241 ROBERT K WILSON DR 24.7 miles

241 ROBERT K WILSON DR
CARROLLTON, AL 35447
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Drug Test Screening Panels Available In Columbus, MS

We offer a 5-panel drug test, which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • Opiates
  • PCP

We offer a 10-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbituates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene

We offer a 12-panel drug test which screens for the following:

  • Amphetamines
  • Barbiturates
  • Benzodiazepines
  • cocaine
  • Marijuana
  • MDA
  • Methadone
  • Methaqualone
  • Opiates
  • PCP
  • Propoxyphene
  • Meperidine
  • Tramadol

** Customized drug testing panels such as bath salts, synthetic marijuana, steroids and other drugs are also available.

Urine or Hair On-site Drug Testing In Columbus, MS - You Choose!

Our on-site drug testing services in Columbus, MS include urine drug testing, which has a detection period of 1-5 days and hair drug testing which has a detection period of up to 90 days. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours, when analyzed by our SAMHSA Certified Laboratories. Negative instant test results are available immediately, non-negative test results require laboratory confirmation.

Why Use On-Site Drug Testing in Columbus, MS?

Time is money and when sending an employee to one of our many drug testing centers in Columbus, MS would cause disruption to your business operations or affect your employees work productivity, conducting on-site drug testing will eliminate these issues.

Who Uses On-Site Drug Testing?

  • Construction Sites
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Power Plants
  • Motor Pool Facilities
  • Car Dealerships
  • Trucking/Transportation Companies
  • Schools
  • Sports Venues
  • Hospitals
  • Oil & Gas Drillings Sites

Are you a DOT Regulated Company?

Accredited Drug Testing has trained and qualified collectors who also specialize in providing on-site drug testing services for all DOT modes to include:

Additional DOT Services:

  • DOT Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physicals
  • Supervisor Training
  • DOT Drug Policy Development
  • MVR Reports
  • Employee Training
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search

How To Schedule On-Site Drug Testing In Columbus, MS?

Step 1 - Call our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291

Step 2 - Have at least 10 employees needing to be tested (recommended)

Step 3 - Provide the date, location and time of the requested on-site drug testing services

In addition to on-site drug testing in Columbus, MS, we also have drug testing centers available at the following locations.

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Local Area Info: Columbus, Mississippi

Columbus is a city in and the county seat of Lowndes County, on the eastern border of Mississippi, United States, located primarily east, but also north and northeast of the Tombigbee River, which is also referred to as the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. It is approximately 146 miles (235 km) northeast of Jackson, 92 miles (148 km) north of Meridian, 63 miles (101 km) south of Tupelo, 60 miles (97 km) northwest of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and 120 miles (193 km) west of Birmingham, Alabama.

The population was 25,944 at the 2000 census and 23,640 in 2010. The population in 2012 was estimated to be 23,452. Columbus is the principal city of the Columbus Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is part of the larger Columbus-West Point Combined Statistical Area. Columbus is also part of the area of Mississippi called The Golden Triangle, consisting of Columbus, West Point and Starkville, in the counties of Lowndes, Clay and Oktibbeha.

The first record of the site of Columbus in Western history is found in the annals of the explorer Hernando de Soto, who is reputed to have crossed the nearby Tombigbee River on his search for El Dorado. However, the site does not enter the main continuity of United States history until December 1810, when John Pitchlynn, the U.S. Indian agent and interpreter for the Choctaw Nation, moved to Plymouth Bluff, where he built a home, established a farm, and transacted Choctaw Agency business.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 24,041 (96% urban, 4% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.3%

Population (male): 11,105

Population (female): 12,936

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $727.

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Columbus: 81.0 (low, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 27.2%

Poverty (breakdown): (12.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 36.5% for Black residents, 3.5% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 11.5% for American Indian residents, 12.4% for two or more races residents)

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Mississippi and other state lists, there were 126 registered sex offenders living in Columbus, Mississippi as of January 16, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Columbus is 197 to 1.>

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (5.5%), American (5.1%), Irish (3.4%), German (1.9%), Scotch-Irish (1.8%), African (1.0%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 39702, 39705

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $38,059 (it was $27,393 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,572 (it was $16,848 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $126,145 (it was $67,900 in 2000) Columbus:$126,145MS:$120,200

Races:
      Black alone - 15,587 - 62.9%
      White alone - 8,512 - 34.3%
      Hispanic - 337 - 1.4%
      Asian alone - 287 - 1.2%
      American Indian alone - 66 - 0.3%
      Two or more races - 82 - 0.3%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 21 - 0.08%
      Other race alone - 21 - 0.08%

As a result of Forrest preventing the Union Army from reaching Columbus, its antebellum homes were spared from being burned or destroyed, making its collection second only to Natchez as the most extensive in Mississippi.[page needed] These antebellum homes may be toured during the annual Pilgrimage, in which the Columbus residences open their homes to tourists from around the country.

(800) 221-4291