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Information on Columbia, Monroe County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Columbia, located in the state of Illinois, Monroe County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Columbia, Monroe County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Columbia town HALL, Monroe County

Columbia town Hall's address	Columbia Columbia Municipal Building 208 S RAPP AVE COLUMBIA IL 62236 United States
Phone number of Columbia town Hall	Not available
Columbia, IL email	Not available
Columbia official website	columbiaillinois.com/
Mayor of Columbia	Bob Hill
Monroe County, Illinois: Vital Records	Columbia vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your Illinois birth certificate online

Common questions about Columbia

What county is Columbia IL in?

Columbia, IL is located in Monroe County

Where is Columbia, Illinois ?

Columbia lies in Monroe and St. Clair counties. It's situated in the southwestern part of Illinois, near the Mississippi River, and serves as a suburban extension of the St. Louis metropolitan area. The municipality is approximately 12 miles southeast of downtown St. Louis, Missouri, and is part of the Greater St. Louis region.

What is the cost of living in Columbia IL ?

The cost of living in Columbia, Illinois (Monroe County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $200,000 for homes, while monthly transportation expenses are approximately $900. Additionally, grocery prices are about 5% lower than the national average, making Columbia an economically attractive place to live.

Columbia administrative division

Country	United States
State	Illinois
County	Monroe - other counties in Illinois

Columbia building department, IL

If you're planning a construction project in Columbia, IL, securing the necessary permits is an important step. The City of Columbia's Building and Zoning Office is your go-to resource for obtaining the required approvals for your building endeavors. Located at City Hall, this office can facilitate your application process and ensure your project complies with local regulations. It's recommended to contact them directly to get up-to-date information on application costs and processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. For a smooth and efficient permit acquisition experience, don't hesitate to reach out to Columbia's expert staff for guidance and support.

Office	Columbia Building Department
City	Columbia
State	Illinois
Address	208 S Rapp Ave, Columbia, IL 62236
Phone	618-281-7144
Website	https://www.columbiaillinois.com/193/Building

Demography of Columbia

Name of Columbia inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	10 999 inhabitants (2020)	182 / 3 285
Population density in Columbia	Not available

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List of Passport Facilities in Columbia, IL

Where to apply for a passport in Columbia, IL? There are 1 passport offices in Columbia, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
COLUMBIA POST OFFICE IL	800 COLUMBIA CENTER	6182815300

Top 3 most popular banks in Columbia

There are 10 bank branches in Columbia.
Associated Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Columbia with 1 branch offices, followed by CENTRAL BANK OF ST. LOUIS with 1 branch offices and then Columbia National Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Columbia:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Associated Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
CENTRAL BANK OF ST. LOUIS	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Columbia National Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Commerce Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
First National Bank of Waterloo	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Midland States Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Regions Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Simmons Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
State Bank of Waterloo	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Columbia administrative numbers

Columbia town code	1715833
Columbia town phone area code	618
Columbia town postcode	62236

Toponymy and translation of Columbia

Serbian: Коламбија

Transportation modes in Columbia

Airport	St. Louis Downtown Airport 8.9 miles 20 miles MidAmerica St. Louis Airport 21.3 miles

Columbia territory

Columbia area	Not available
Columbia altitude	453 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 38.4492 Longitude: -90.2086 Latitude: 38° 26' 57'' North Longitude: 90° 12' 31'' West
Time zone	UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Namesake of Columbia	Columbia, Alabama, États-Unis Columbia, Connecticut, États-Unis Columbia, Kentucky, États-Unis Columbia, Louisiana, États-Unis Columbia, Maine, États-Unis Columbia, Mississippi, États-Unis Columbia, Missouri, États-Unis Columbia, New Hampshire, États-Unis Columbia, New York, États-Unis Columbia, North Carolina, États-Unis Columbia, Pennsylvania, États-Unis Columbia, South Carolina, États-Unis Columbia, South Dakota, États-Unis Columbia, Tennessee, États-Unis Columbia, Virginia, États-Unis
Natural parks	Columbia isn't part of a natural park

What is Columbia close to?

Nearby cities include: Dupo, East Carondelet, Bella Villa and Millstadt

East Carondelet	Dupo	Dupo
East Carondelet		Dupo
Arnold	Arnold	Waterloo

Dupo 4.2 miles	East Carondelet 6 miles	Bella Villa 7 miles
Millstadt 7.2 miles	St. George 7.6 miles	Cahokia 7.8 miles
Green Park 8 miles	Wilbur Park 8.3 miles	Arnold 8.6 miles
Lakeshire 8.7 miles	Waterloo 8.9 miles	Centreville 9.2 miles
Sauget 9.7 miles	Grantwood Village 9.8 miles	Mackenzie 10.1 miles
Marlborough 10.1 miles	Kimmswick 10.3 miles	Alorton 10.3 miles
Shrewsbury 10.8 miles	Crestwood 11.1 miles	Valmeyer 11.4 miles

Distance between Columbia and other main cities and towns

New York City : 877 miles	Los Angeles : 1587 miles	Chicago : 274 miles
Houston : 670 miles	Phoenix : 1269 miles	Philadelphia : 812 miles
San Antonio : 784 miles	San Diego : 1561 miles	Dallas : 540 miles
San Jose : 1723 miles	Fort Worth : 562 miles	Austin : 710 miles
Jacksonville : 743 miles	Columbus : 420 miles	Indianapolis : 236 miles closest
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Elementary schools in Columbia

Eagleview Elementary School

District of COLUMBIA CUSD 4
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 1
Students : 314

Parkview Elementary School

District of COLUMBIA CUSD 4
Lowest grade : 2, Highest grade : 4
Students : 406

Middle schools in Columbia

Columbia Middle School

District of COLUMBIA CUSD 4
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 8
Students : 596

High schools in Columbia

Columbia High School

District of COLUMBIA CUSD 4
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 669

Private schools in Columbia

Immaculate Conception

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 314

World heritage site close to Columbia town

Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site

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