Clarke County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
129,267 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,267 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
27.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$271,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$974 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Athens-Clarke County Metro Area
3
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

Athens-Clarke County Metro Area
4
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 3 0 60
May 3 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 29%
Hillary Clinton 66%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, GA State Senate District 47, GA State House District 122, GA
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Schools

Downtown Academy
<1 miles, NW
Barrow Elementary School
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Clarke Central High School
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Georgia
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Athens Technical College
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Mary's Hospital
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
Northridge Medical Center
19 miles, N • 3.2 star
Barrow Regional Medical Center
20 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
113 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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