Columbia has a population of 116,278 and is located in Richland county.
The average in-state tuition for full time undergraduate students in insurance schools in Columbia during the 2009 - 2010 school year was $13,360.00. The average tuition was $14,818.00 for non-residents studying in South Carolina.
The cost, on average, for books and supplies needed for insurance schools in Columbia is $831.00. The average cost for room and board for students living on campus at insurance schools in Columbia was $5,773.00. The average cost for students living at home was $5,626.00 for the 2009 - 2010 school year. There are three insurance colleges in Columbia for students to choose from. Insurance programs in Columbia reportedly graduated 9 students in the 2008 - 2009 school year.
| Profession | Average Salary | Number Employed in City |
|---|---|---|
| Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators | $53,060.00 | 1,340 |
| Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage | $51,820.00 | Not available |
| Insurance Underwriters | $45,420.00 | 340 |
| Insurance Sales Agents | $51,800.00 | 1,500 |
| Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks | $32,150.00 | 760 |