Heron Bay, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
4,561 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$120,735 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
99.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$353,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,661 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
3
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henry County
5
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 61
Nov 4 0 53
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 2%

Schools

Luella Middle School
2 miles, N 1.4 star
Luella High School
3 miles, N 2.8 star
Luella Elementary School
3 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Southern Crescent Technical College
8 miles, SW 1.4 star
Empire Beauty School-Morrow
17 miles, N 1 star

Hospitals

Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
8 miles, SW 2.3 star
Piedmont Henry Hospital
12 miles, N 2.3 star
Piedmont Fayette Hospital
20 miles, NW 2.3 star

Airports

Columbus Airport
72 miles, SW 1 star
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
125 miles, SW 1 star