Columbia
United States, North America
0.1M people
America/New_York
English
City
Capital
Columbia
The capital of South Carolina, a city known for its history, universities, and growing culinary scene.
University Town
Southern US
Safety
75
Security
Safe
Cost
78
Living costs
Expensive
Healthcare
80
Medical
Excellent
28°
L: 18°
Best time to visitSpring
Annual rainfall
1200mmCost of Living
78
Overall Cost
Expensive
65
Rent Index
Expensive
85
Groceries
Very Expensive
72
Restaurants
Expensive
Monthly Rent (USD)
1 Bedroom
$1,000
City center
3 Bedroom
$1,500
City center
Cost vs Global Average28% higher
Quality of LifeSmall expat community
78
Overall Quality Score
Excellent quality of life
Overall Quality
Life satisfaction
78
Excellent
Good78
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
65
Very Good
Good65
Food Scene
Restaurants and cuisine
75
Excellent
Good75
Entertainment
Nightlife and activities
70
Very Good
Good70
English Proficiency
Language accessibility
99
Outstanding
Excellent99
Expat Integration
Community inclusion
70
Very Good
Good70
Cultural Scene
Rich cultural diversity with 65/100 score
Food Culture
Vibrant dining scene rated 75/100
Entertainment
70/100 entertainment options
Location
Columbia
United States
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Work & Economy
AVERAGE
$50K
Annual Salary
SPEED
100
Mbps Internet
SPACES
10
Coworking
Work Environment Scores
Job Market
Professional opportunities
75
out of 100
Good75
Startup Ecosystem
Professional opportunities
60
out of 100
Average60
Business Freedom
Professional opportunities
85
out of 100
Excellent85
Work-Life Balance
Average work hours per week
40h
Healthcare System
Quality Index
Healthcare excellence
80
Excellent
Excellent80
Cost Index
Healthcare affordability
88
Expensive
Bad88
System Overview
System Type
Mixed
Emergency Number
911
Hospital Density
20
per 100k people
Life Expectancy
Health Indicator
77
years
Compared to global average (73 years)
Excellent91
Good health outcomes
Safety & Security
Overall SafetySafe
Score: 75/100
Crime Rate IndexLow
Index: 25/100 (lower is better)
Political Stability95/100
Emergency
911
Disaster Risk
Low
Environment & Health
HEALTHCARE
80
Health Index
LIFESPAN
77
Years
HOSPITALS
20
Per 100K
Environmental Quality
Air Quality
Clean air quality
40
Fair
Poor40
Green Spaces
Parks and nature access
65
Good
Good65
Noise Levels
Peaceful environment
60
Good
Average60
Air Quality Index
Moderate air quality
60
Transportation & Mobility
MONTHLY
$40
Public Transport
PER LITER
$0.80
Fuel Cost
PER KM
$2.50
Taxi Rate
Mobility Scores
Public Transport
Buses, trains, metro
60
Good
Walkability
Pedestrian friendly
65
Good
Traffic Flow
Commute efficiency
50
Fair
Nearby Airports
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Mobility & Transportation
Public Transport
Quality & coverage
60
Good
Average60
Walkability
Pedestrian-friendly
65
Good
Good65
Traffic Congestion
Moderate
50 Index
Average50
Transportation Costs
Public Transport
$40
per month
Fuel
$0.8
per liter
Taxi
$2.5
per km
Education & Family
INTERNATIONAL
5
Schools
MONTHLY
$1,200
Childcare
Quality Scores
Education Quality
Schools and universities
82
Excellent
Family Friendliness
Child-friendly environment
78
Good
Major Universities
University of South Carolina
Higher education institution
Lifestyle & Culture
Overall Culture Score
Arts, heritage & cultural richness
Good
75
Good75
Cultural Diversity
Multicultural environment
65
Good65
Food Scene
Restaurant quality & variety
75
Good75
Entertainment
Arts, events & activities
70
Good70
Nightlife
Bars, clubs & evening scene
68
Good68
Language & Integration
English Proficiency
High
99
Excellent99
Language Barrier
Low
5
Bad5
Expat Community
Community Size
Small
Integration Score
70
Good70
Digital Nomad Guide
100 Mbps
Internet Speed
10
Coworking Spaces
Remote Work Infrastructure80/100
Visa Process90/100
Banking & Finance95/100
Avg Salary
$50,000
Work Hours/Week
40h
Internet Cost
$50/month
Visa Info
US visa requirements apply
Business Freedom85/100
Expat Life & Integration
Small Community
Expat Community Size
Integration Ease70/100
Language BarrierMinimal Barrier
Score: 5/100 (lower is better)
English Proficiency99/100
Cultural Diversity65/100
Official Languages
English
Tipping Culture
Customary in restaurants and bars
Weekend Culture
Active, with many events and festivals
Practical Information
Time Zone
America/New_York
Languages
English
Emergency
911
Healthcare System
Mixed
Cultural Guidelines
Tipping
Customary in restaurants and bars
Weekend Culture
Active, with many events and festivals
Best Time to Visit
Spring
Autumn
Natural Disaster Risk
Low
Visa Requirements
US visa requirements apply
Key Statistics
0.1M
Population
78
Cost Index
100 Mbps
Internet
$1.0K
1BR Rent
60
Transport
$50K
Avg Salary
🍱 Eating Out
🍱 Lunch Menu
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🥂 Dinner for 2
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🥪 Fast Food Meal
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🍻 Beer (0.5L)
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☕ Cappuccino
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🥤 Coke (0.5L)
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🚌 Transportation
🚌 Local Ticket
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🎟️ Monthly Pass
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🚕 Taxi (8km)
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⛽ Gas (1L)
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🏠 Rent & Utilities
🏙️ 1BR City Center
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🏡 1BR Outside
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🏙️ 3BR City Center
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🏡 3BR Outside
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🔌 Utilities (1 person)
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🌐 Internet (50 Mbps)
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🛒 Groceries
🥛 Milk (1L)
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🍞 Bread (0.5kg)
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🍚 Rice (1kg)
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🥚 Eggs (12 pack)
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🧀 Cheese (1kg)
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🐔 Chicken (1kg)
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🥩 Beef (1kg)
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🍏 Apples (1kg)
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💼 Other Services
🏋️ Gym (Monthly)
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🎫 Cinema Ticket
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👩⚕️ Doctor Visit
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💇 Haircut
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👖 Jeans
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👟 Sneakers
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👶 Daycare (Monthly)
—
🏫 Int'l School (Yearly)
—
📍 Location & Places
Universities
University of South Carolina
Nearby location
Airports
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE)
Nearby location
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