The Columbus-Phenix City Market
Located on the Chattahoochee River, the markets of Columbus, Ga with neighbor Phenix City, Al, have strong economic roots dating back to their role as a shipping center. Playing a strategic role for the US, today, Columbus is home for the US Army’s Fort Moore (Fort Benning). With an average income between $60-$65,000, the area offers good employment opportunities and affordable lifestyles for its 311,000 residents.
Economic drivers include a booming new Tourism industry plus employers:
• Fort Moore (Fort Benning), employs over 39,000, making it a crucial financial engine for the entire region.
• The Columbus Regional Healthcare System employs thousands of healthcare professionals.
• TSYS (Total System Services), is a global payments technology company.
• Aflac, a Fortune 500 insurance company, adds to the financial sector employment and economic stability.
• The Columbus Consolidated Government, serving both cities, is a major employer across various essential service sectors.
• Columbus State University enrolls more than 8,000 students.
Think Coverage. Think Link. Our distribution of digital bulletins and traditional statics cover thousands traveling I-185 and US 80. See the Interactive Map.
Impact The COLUMBUS Market.
1.Fast Facts on Columbus/Phenix City
- Population in the MSA 311,000
- Mean household income of $53,750 and a young median age of 35.4
- Government spending for the Consolidated City-County & Ft. Benning
- Home of AFLAC Insurance, TSYS, & WC Bradley
- Education: 89.8% High School + 31.8% Bachelors Degree+
2.Billboards Work in Columbus/Phenix City
- Billboards Work in Columbus/Phenix City
- Your ad will be seen by, on the average, of between 80,000 and 100,000 viewers per week
- Frequency or repetition is developed easily, as many Columbus vehicles travel the same route daily
- Link advertising is smart because the reach is delivered for a very affordable cost per thousand
3.Why Billboards Make Sense
- Ads are there 24/7, not tuned into or clicked on
- Billboards are #1 media to drive digital searches
- Seen: 62% of Adults notice Digital Billboards, monthly
- Responsive: 57% visited the store after seeing the Digital Billboard ad