Powder Springs, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
17,414 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,961 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$283,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,388 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cobb County
3
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

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

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 42
Feb 5 0 45
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
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 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, GA State Senate District 33, GA State House District 38, GA
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Schools

Compton Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Powder Springs Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Tapp Middle School
1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Praise Academy
2 miles, W • 5 star
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Colleges

Vogue Beauty and Barber School
5 miles, NW • 1 star
Fortis College-Smyrna
8 miles, E • 1.4 star
Chattahoochee Technical College
9 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wellstar Cobb Hospital
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
9 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lovell Field
86 miles, N • 1.4 star
Columbus Airport
94 miles, SW • 1 star
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