Porterdale, 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 5/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
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
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
1,291 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,635 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$511 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$647 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Newton County
5
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 3 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 4 0 53
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Porterdale Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Middle Ridge Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Live Oak Elementary
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

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

Piedmont Newton Hospital
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Piedmont Rockdale Hospital
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
Emory Hillandale Hospital
17 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

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