Columbus, Kansas
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −25.4% |
| 2008 | −24.7% |
| 2012 | −29.6% |
| 2016 | −41.8% |
| 2020 | −43.5% |
| 2024 | −44.0% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 27.0%Harris330 | 70.9%Trump868 | 2.1% | R+44.0 | R+0.4 | R+42.5 | 1,224 | |
| R | 27.1%Biden359 | 70.7%Trump935 | 2.2% | R+43.5 | R+1.8 | R+48.0 | 1,323 | |
| R | 26.2%Clinton332 | 67.9%Trump862 | 5.9% | R+41.8 | R+12.2 | R+43.9 | 1,269 | |
| R | 34.0%Obama480 | 63.6%Romney898 | 2.5% | R+29.6 | R+4.9 | R+33.4 | 1,413 | |
| R | 36.2%Obama516 | 60.9%McCain868 | 2.9% | R+24.7 | D+0.7 | R+32.0 | 1,426 | |
| R | 37.3%Kerry538 | 62.7%Bush905 | 0.1% | R+25.4 | — | R+23.0 | 1,444 |
Columbus sits in the Great Plains. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 44.0 points in 2024. The 2024 margin was 44.0 points.
A population of 2,881, a 81% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $37,961 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Columbus, Kansas vote in 2024?
In 2024, Columbus, Kansas voted Republican by 44.0 points (R+44.0), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,224 votes cast, 330 went Democratic and 868 went Republican.
How many people live in Columbus, Kansas?
Columbus, Kansas has a population of 2,881 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Columbus, Kansas?
Median household income in Columbus, Kansas is $37,961 — below the national median of $80,734. The Kansas state median is $74,275.
What is the political history of Columbus, Kansas?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Columbus, Kansas from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.