Salem, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
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
372 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,048 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$90,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$277 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$283 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Upson County
2
Thomaston 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

Upson County
4
Thomaston Urban Area
4
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 45
Feb 4 0 49
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 3 0 62
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 80
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 47

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, GA State Senate District 18, GA State House District 135, GA
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Schools

Crawford County Elementary School
11 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Crawford County Middle School
11 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Upson-Lee High School
11 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Gordon State College
20 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Fort Valley State University
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Middle Georgia State University
27 miles, E • 1.4 star
Helms College
27 miles, E
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Hospitals

Upson Regional Medical Center
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
46 miles, W • 1 star
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
84 miles, SW • 1 star
Dothan Regional Airport
124 miles, SW • 1 star
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