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Columbia is a city in Monroe County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 11,063.

Population11,063
Median Home$290,100
Area10.41 sq mi
TIF Districts2

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NewsJAN 17, 2026

Columbia High School (IL) Basketball

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How to watch Illinois high school boys basketball: Columbia vs. Freeburg, Dec. 28

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NewsNOV 17, 2025

Columbia High soccer teams honor teammate with historic state wins

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