We are a local, community-focused bank offering consumer and business financial and lending services in Columbia, Alachua and Marion Counties. Member FDIC.
Established in 1912, Columbia Bank has grown to be one of the oldest and strongest financial institutions in Florida, with its roots firmly planted in Columbia County for over 100 years.
Columbia Bank has three branch locations serving the Columbia County area, one branch in Gainesville and one in Ocala.
OUR HISTORY: In 1911, a group of nine local businessmen, led by Fred P. Cone, met to discuss business in Columbia County. Their objective was to establish a new bank that would offer friendly, neighborhood service, secure and stable enough to last a lifetime. That bank was Columbia County Bank, opening in February of 1912 with $50,000 in capital.
Cone, who would later become Governor of Florida, wanted to aid Lake City and Columbia County into becoming a more attractive, desirable, and wholesome place to raise a family. Columbia Bank grew with Lake City during Mr. Cone’s leadership until 1947.
From 1948 to 2000, Columbia County Bank continued to grow and prosper under the guidance of the Summers and Green families. The bank opened Columbia County’s first drive-in during the 1950’s, moved in to its current home on Hillsboro Street during the 1970’s, opened the first full-service supermarket bank in Florida during the 1980’s, and offered extended banking hours during the 1990’s while being named “Best Bank” by the readers of the local newspaper, and a five-star institution for seven consecutive years.
Columbia County Bank became Columbia Bank effective July 1, 2006. Two, 4,200 square foot branches were opened in 2001 and 2004 to better serve south and western Lake City respectively. Finally, a holding company, First Columbia Bancorp, was established.
From its humble beginnings, Columbia Bank has grown into a solid financial institution. Our combination of local ownership and leadership, genuine affinity for our community, and respect for each other and our customers are what sets us apart. We look forward to adding you to the Columbia Bank family and providing you with an exceptional customer experience.
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