Newton County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
115,530 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,732 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$233,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$493 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,093 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
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

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

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 79
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 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, GA State Senate District 43, GA State House District 113, GA
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Schools

Indian Creek Middle School
1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Middle Ridge Elementary School
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Eastside High School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Georgia Career Institute
12 miles, NW • 1 star
Luther Rice College & Seminary
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Piedmont Newton Hospital
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
Piedmont Walton Hospital
18 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
95 miles, SW • 1 star
Augusta Regional Airport at Bush Field
110 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lovell Field
128 miles, N • 1.4 star
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