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Columbia County, located in south-central Wisconsin, is known for its natural beauty and rich history. Visitors can explore the picturesque landscapes at the MacKenzie Center and the scenic Wisconsin River. The county offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities, including fishing, boating, and bird-watching at Lake Wisconsin and the Fox River. History buffs can visit the Portage Canal, a historic landmark that played a key role in trade and transportation in the 19th century. With its charming towns, agricultural heritage, and abundance of outdoor activities, Columbia County has something to offer for every visitor.

Columbia County (WI) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages32
Population58,832
Area796 sq mi
Density74 people/sq mi
Altitude823 ft
Median Household Income$60,000
Poverty rate9%
Unemployment rate2.7%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)26%

Environmental risk in Columbia County, WI

Overall riskRelatively Low
Expected Annual LossRelatively Low
Social VulnerabilityVery Low
Community ResilienceVery High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively High
Drought RiskVery Low
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskRelatively High
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Hurricane RiskVery Low
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Moderate
Landslide RiskRelatively Moderate
Lightning RiskRelatively Low
Riverine Flooding RiskRelatively Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively High
Tornado RiskRelatively Moderate
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Moderate

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Columbia County administration contact details

AddressColumbia County, Wisconsin
County seatPortage
Phone number(608) 742-2191
Official websitehttps://www.co.columbia.wi.us/
County clerkLiz Otto
County commissionerKris Hampton

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Columbia County:

  • PORTAGE

    Portage is a City in Columbia county with -15 000 inhabitants.

  • COLUMBUS

    Columbus is a City in Columbia county with -5 000 inhabitants.

  • LODI

    Lodi is a City in Columbia county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • WISCONSIN DELLS

    Wisconsin Dells is a City in Columbia county with -3 000 inhabitants.

  • POYNETTE

    Poynette is a Village in Columbia county with -2 500 inhabitants.

  • PARDEEVILLE

    Pardeeville is a Village in Columbia county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • FALL RIVER

    Fall River is a Village in Columbia county with -1 500 inhabitants.

  • RIO

    Rio is a Village in Columbia county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • CAMBRIA

    Cambria is a Village in Columbia county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • WYOCENA

    Wyocena is a Village in Columbia county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • ARLINGTON

    Arlington is a Village in Columbia county with -500 inhabitants.

  • DOYLESTOWN

    Doylestown is a Village in Columbia county with -500 inhabitants.

  • FRIESLAND

    Friesland is a Village in Columbia county with -500 inhabitants.

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