Congressional District 8, GA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
768,869
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,479
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$166,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$676
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 47 |
| Feb | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Mar | 5 | 0 | 57 |
| Apr | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| May | 2 | 0 | 72 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 78 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 81 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 80 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 66 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Dec | 3 | 0 | 49 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.
Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 63%Schools
Ben Hill Elementary School
2 miles, E
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1.4
Fitzgerald High School
3 miles, SE
•
1.9
Ben Hill County Middle School
3 miles, E
•
1.4
Ben Hill County Primary School
3 miles, E
Colleges
Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College
22 miles, SW
•
1.9
South Georgia State College
31 miles, SE
•
1.4
Albany State University
51 miles, W
•
1.9
Brewton-Parker College
52 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
Dorminy Medical Center
3 miles, S
•
3.2
Irwin County Hospital
9 miles, S
Tift Regional Medical Center
21 miles, SW
•
3.2
Coffee Regional Medical Center, Inc
30 miles, SE
•
1.4
Airports
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
55 miles, W
•
1
Valdosta Regional Airport
66 miles, S
•
1
Columbus Airport
110 miles, NW
•
1
Tallahassee International Airport
111 miles, SW
•
1.4