Looking for a termite inspector in Columbia, SD? Describe your project once and up to three licensed termite inspectors who work in Columbia and Brown County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Columbia is home to about 157 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a shrinking community (−1.9% since 2020). With 104 people per sq mi, it is a rural area. Termite pressure and loan requirements make WDO reports routine in local home sales.
Columbia at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 157 (−1.9% since 2020)
- Rank in South Dakota
- 193rd of 310 cities and towns
- Land area
- 1.5 sq mi
- Population density
- 104 people per sq mi (rural)
- Type
- City (Columbia city)
- Main county
- Brown County
What to check before hiring in Columbia
- License: in South Dakota, WDO inspections are done by state-licensed pest control operators.
- Form: ask your lender which form it accepts.
- Independence: inspection and treatment can be done by different companies.
- Price drivers: home size, access and deadline.
Useful official resources
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NPMA: National Pest Management Association
Official information and guidance.
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EPA: termites
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Columbia
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WDO / WDI inspection
Wood-destroying organism inspection with the report used for real estate and lenders.
Frequently asked questions in Columbia
How much does a termite inspection cost in Columbia, SD?
It depends on the home and the deadline. Describe the home: inspectors who serve Columbia reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
Often under an hour, with the report the same day.
Who pays for it?
It is negotiated between buyer and seller; in VA loans, rules on who pays vary.
Which licensed termite inspectors will contact me?
Up to three independent licensed termite inspectors who serve Columbia and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.