Buena Vista, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,966 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$32,197 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$388 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
32.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
1
Columbus Metro Area
5
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
2
Columbus Metro Area
6
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 5 0 56
Apr 3 0 63
May 3 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 4 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, GA State Senate District 15, GA State House District 151, GA
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Schools

LK Moss Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Marion County Middle/High School
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Chattahoochee County High School
14 miles, W • 2.8 star
Chattahoochee County Middle School
14 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

South Georgia Technical College
24 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Columbus State University
28 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
23 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
28 miles, NW • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
88 miles, SW • 1 star
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