Echols 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 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
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
3,705 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,723 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$566 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Valdosta 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

Valdosta Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 51
Feb 4 0 54
Mar 5 0 60
Apr 3 0 66
May 3 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 3 0 69
Nov 2 0 60
Dec 3 0 53

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 19% of residents leaning left and 78% leaning right.

Liberal (19%) (79%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 86%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, GA State Senate District 8, GA State House District 174, GA
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Schools

Echols County High School
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Valdosta State University
25 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
30 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Riveroak Technical College
30 miles, SW • 1 star
North Florida College
35 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Greenleaf Center
24 miles, NW
South Georgia Medical Center
25 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Valdosta Regional Airport
23 miles, NW • 1 star
Jacksonville International Airport
74 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Gainesville Regional Airport
80 miles, S • 1 star
Tallahassee International Airport
89 miles, W • 1.4 star
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