Columbia 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 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
159,638 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,122 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$287,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$554 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,142 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Augusta-Richmond 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

Augusta-Richmond County Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 54
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 4 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, GA State Senate District 24, GA State House District 125, GA
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Schools

Parkway Elementary School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Grovetown High School
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
Lewiston Elementary School
4 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Baker Place Elementary
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Augusta
11 miles, SE • 1 star
Augusta Technical College
15 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Doctors Hospital
10 miles, SE • 2.3 star
AU Medical Center
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbia Metropolitan Airport
70 miles, E • 1.4 star
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