The Rock, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
30 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,652 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$394 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
27.8% 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 44
Feb 5 0 48
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 61
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 5 0 80
Aug 4 0 79
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 63
Nov 4 0 54
Dec 5 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Upson-Lee High School
5 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Upson-Lee Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lamar County Elementary School
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Gordon State College
8 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Southern Crescent Technical College
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
Wesleyan College
31 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Middle Georgia State University
31 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Upson Regional Medical Center
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
Wellstar Spalding Regional Hospital
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
51 miles, W • 1 star
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