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Extrapolating estimates, Columbia would pass C-ville in 2126

A look at the 2000 figures and the 2009 estimates, already published, show that Campbellsville had the largest total estimated growth at 758 to Columbia's 612, but Columbia's estimated growth rate of 15.24% was more than double that of its larger neighbor, which grew at an estimated rate of 7.22%
At those rates of growth, Columbia will over take Campbellsville in a blink of history's eye no later than 2166, when Columbia's population would be 29,214 to Campbellsville's 27,878. For those around in 2306, at the present rates of growth, Columbia would have 497,160 to 112,619. Our statistician did not cypher when Columbia would reach the Magic Million number, but it looks like it might be rather soon after 2306.-EW

By Ed Waggener

In five days, on December 21, 2010, the U.S. Census will be reporting census figures for the all important apportionment, national population, and state populations.

Right now, there are estimates and the estimates show Greensburg, Russell Springs, and Burkesville with a slight drop in population.

The largest increase in population would be in the Campbellsville, KY, with 758 and Columbia, KY, with an increase of 612.

In terms of percentage increase, the largest would be Columbia, with 15.24% in the nine year period. Campbellsville's 7.22% estimated growth rate is slightly less than half that of Columbia.For those who can't wait, and would like to look at the latest estimates in 2009 that the U.S. Census bureau has published, here's a look at communities in the 7-county Columbia area:

U.S. Census (2000 figures) and 2009 estimates
  1. Campbellsville (10,498) - 11,256
  2. Columbia (4,014) - 4,626
  3. Greensburg (2396) - 2,392
  4. Russell Springs (2,399) - 2,321
  5. Liberty (1,850) - 1,910
  6. Jamestown (1,624) - 1,746
  7. Burkesville (1,756) - 1,644
  8. Edmonton (1,586) - 1,607
To see all the U.S. Census 2010, go to 2010 Census Results.




This story was posted on 2010-12-16 17:26:17



Possible answer to question on everybody's mind



2010-12-16 - Photo CM chart. The chart above may answer the question so many are asking about the time frame for Columbia to reach and surpass Campbellsville in population. The chart extrapolates U.S. Census population estimates, not on the actual census counts, and as such, should be considered with a little caution.
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