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
- Combined 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
With an average weekly viewership between 80,000 and 100,000, your ad gains consistent visibility as many Columbus drivers travel the same routes daily. Link Media Outdoor provides a smart advertising solution, offering extensive coverage at affordable cost per thousand.
3.Why Billboards Make Sense
Link Media billboards are the closest media to impact retail spending
Link digital bulletins are placed at strategic locations to dramatically impact the market
76% of adults take action on the mobile device after seeing an Out of Home ad
Billboards are seen, in your windshield 24/7
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