Columbus is a city located in the state of Nebraska within the United States. It serves as the county seat for Platte County and is situated near the southern edge of the county.
The city is positioned at the confluence of the Loup and Platte rivers. Geographically, it is located approximately 85 miles west-northwest of Omaha and 75 miles northwest of Lincoln by road. As of 2024, Columbus has an estimated population of 24,464, making it the tenth-most populous city in Nebraska.