Bleckley County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
12,414 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,005 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$544 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Georgia
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 5 0 81
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, GA State Senate District 20, GA State House District 149, GA
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Schools

Bleckley Middle School
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
Bleckley County Success Academy
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Bleckley County Elementary School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bleckley County High School
2 miles, S • 4.1 star

Colleges

Central Georgia Technical College
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Mercer University
33 miles, N • 2.8 star
Fort Valley State University
34 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Helms College
34 miles, N

Hospitals

Taylor Regional Hospital
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Dodge County Hospital
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
Houston Medical Center
22 miles, NW • 3.2 star

Airports

Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
80 miles, SW • 1 star
Columbus Airport
94 miles, NW • 1 star