Austell, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
8,351 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$255,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,137 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cobb County
3
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cobb County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 45
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 39%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, GA State Senate District 33, GA State House District 38, GA
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Schools

Garrett Middle School
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Austell Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Clarkdale Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Cooper Middle School
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Fortis College-Smyrna
8 miles, E • 1.4 star
Vogue Beauty and Barber School
8 miles, N • 1 star
Chattahoochee Technical College
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wellstar Cobb Hospital
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
8 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
10 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
90 miles, N • 1.4 star
Columbus Airport
92 miles, SW • 1 star
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