Gordon 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 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
58,336 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,997 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$458 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$669 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun Urban 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

Calhoun Urban Area
3
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 39
Feb 5 0 43
Mar 5 1 50
Apr 4 0 58
May 4 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, GA State Senate District 54, GA State House District 5, GA
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Schools

Red Bud Middle School
2 miles, E • 2.3 star
Red Bud Elementary School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gordon Central High School
3 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Ashworth Middle School
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Dalton State College
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
Reinhardt University
22 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Berry College
24 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Adventhealth Gordon
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Adventhealth Murray
19 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Hamilton Medical Center
20 miles, N • 4.1 star
Cartersville Medical Center
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
41 miles, N • 1.4 star
McGhee Tyson Airport
103 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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