This was 10 percent lower than the state average of 42.6 percent. In 2020 the total municipality population reached 1,964.
96.7 percent of the population had at least a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Degree distribution in Columbus for 2020*
| Degree | Number of people | Percentage of population |
|---|---|---|
| No degree | 43 | 3.3 |
| Regular high school diploma | 459 | 35.4 |
| GED or alternative credential | 58 | 4.5 |
| Some college, less than 1 year | 57 | 4.4 |
| Some college, 1 or more years, no degree | 256 | 19.8 |
| Associate's degree | 98 | 7.6 |
| Bachelor's degree | 224 | 17.3 |
| Master's degree | 73 | 5.6 |
| Professional school degree | 23 | 1.8 |
| Doctorate degree | 4 | 0.3 |
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