Ideal, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
648 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$24,219 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$53,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$567 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$378 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macon County
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

Macon County
2
Georgia
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 5 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 81
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 4 0 57
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 67% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (67%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 66%
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Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, GA State Senate District 15, GA State House District 150, GA
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Schools

Macon County Elementary School
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Macon County Middle School
12 miles, SE • 1 star
Macon County High School
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

South Georgia Technical College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
Fort Valley State University
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
Georgia Southwestern State University
22 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Central Georgia Technical College
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
22 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Perry Hospital
28 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
45 miles, NW • 1 star
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
104 miles, W • 1 star
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