416,367
Population Estimate (2017) 
Private Sector (2016)
Private Sector (2015-2016 Change)
| Company | Industry / Product | Employees | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina | Higher Education - University | 9,000 | ||
| Palmetto Health | Health Care - Health care system | 7,000 | ||
| AT&T | Office - Regional HQ and customer serice center | 2,400 | ||
| BlueCross BlueShield of SC | Office - Insurance processing and customer service center | 2,050 | ||
| Verizon | Office - Customer service center | 1,350 |
Since Columbia City Ballet’s founding in 1961, it has integrated the world of dance within the lives of the region. Reaching more than 51,000 people in a season with more than 80 major performances each year, the Ballet is a local favorite for both children and adults.
Where the Broad, Saluda, and Congaree Rivers meet, there’s the Three Rivers Greenway, a 9.5-mile series of riverfront pathways which includes lighted trails and boardwalks, outdoor amphitheaters, and breathtaking views of downtown Columbia.
Columbia’s only professional baseball team, the Columbia Fireflies are a Minor League Baseball team that is a Class-A affiliate of the New York Mets. Playing in Spirit Communications Park, this exciting atmosphere features a berm, children’s playground as well as luxury suites and lounges.
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Rich Fletcher
President & CEO
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Director of Research & Marketing
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