Plains, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
713 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,131 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$253,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$374 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$611 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
5
Americus Urban Area
5
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sumter County
6
Americus Urban Area
5
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 5 0 57
Apr 4 0 63
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 65
Nov 4 0 56
Dec 4 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, GA State Senate District 12, GA State House District 151, GA
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Schools

Sumter Youth Development Campus
8 miles, E • 1.4 star
Webster County High School
9 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

South Georgia Technical College
13 miles, E • 1.4 star
Andrew College
30 miles, W • 1.4 star
Albany State University
35 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center
8 miles, E • 2.3 star
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
34 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
46 miles, N • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
79 miles, W • 1 star
Valdosta Regional Airport
109 miles, S • 1 star
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