Fannin County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
25,605 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,073 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$274,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$659 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 5 1 37
Feb 5 0 40
Mar 5 0 48
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.

Liberal (23%) (74%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 9, GA State Senate District 51, GA State House District 7, GA
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Schools

Blue Ridge Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Fannin County Middle School
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Fannin County High School
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
East Fannin Elementary School
4 miles, E • 2.8 star

Colleges

Tri-County Community College
24 miles, E • 1 star
Young Harris College
27 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of North Georgia
30 miles, S • 2.3 star
Truett McConnell University
37 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Fannin Regional Hospital
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
Union General Hospital
20 miles, E • 5 star
Murphy Medical Center Inc
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
Adventhealth Murray
27 miles, W • 4.1 star

Airports

Lovell Field
52 miles, NW • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
68 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Asheville Regional Airport
108 miles, E • 1.4 star