Columbus, NE home prices
Typical home $278,336 · +2.1% in a year · income needed $83,000
The Columbus, NE metro area ranks 370 of 894 U.S. metros for home values (U.S. typical home: $366,157). Prices changed +2.1% in a year and +27.6% over five years. With 20% down at 7.11%, the typical home costs about $1,936 a month including 1.29% property tax (Platte County rate).
Mortgage on the typical Columbus home
| Down payment | Cash down | Loan | Principal + interest | PMI / MIP | Tax + insurance | Total / month | Income needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20% down | $55,667 | $222,669 | $1,498 | $0 | $438 | $1,936 | $83,000 |
| 10% down | $27,834 | $250,502 | $1,685 | $104 | $438 | $2,228 | $95,500 |
| 5% down | $13,917 | $264,419 | $1,779 | $110 | $438 | $2,327 | $99,700 |
| 3.5% down (FHA) | $9,742 | $273,295 | $1,838 | $123 | $438 | $2,400 | $102,800 |
Assumes a 30-year fixed loan at 7.11%, property tax of 1.29% of the home value a year, homeowners insurance of 0.6% a year, PMI of 0.5% of the loan a year when the down payment is under 20%, and FHA mortgage insurance of 0.55% a year plus a 1.75% upfront premium added to the loan. Your rate, taxes and insurance will differ.
Counties in the Columbus area
| County | Typical home | 1-yr change | Tax rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platte County, NE | $278,340 | +2.1% | 1.29% |
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Columbus?
The typical home in the Columbus, NE metro area is worth $278,336 (Zillow, September 2026).
What salary do you need to buy a house in Columbus?
About $83,000 a year for the typical home with 20% down at 7.11%.