Portal, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
653 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$76,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$289 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$665 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bulloch County
3
Statesboro Urban Area
2
Georgia
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bulloch County
4
Statesboro Urban Area
4
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 47
Feb 3 0 51
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 3 0 64
May 3 0 72
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 5 0 81
Aug 6 0 80
Sep 4 0 75
Oct 3 0 66
Nov 3 0 57
Dec 4 0 49

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, GA State Senate District 4, GA State House District 158, GA
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Schools

Portal Middle/High School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Portal Elementary School
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
William James Middle School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bulloch Academy
9 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Georgia Southern University
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Ogeechee Technical College
12 miles, S • 1.4 star
East Georgia State College
22 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Southeastern Technical College
34 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

East Georgia Regional Medical Center
13 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Brunswick Golden Isles Airport
92 miles, S • 1 star
Columbia Metropolitan Airport
108 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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