Towns County, GA
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
2/10
directions_run
Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
12,739
332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$58,400
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$311,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$555
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Georgia
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Georgia
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6 | 1 | 37 |
| Feb | 6 | 1 | 40 |
| Mar | 6 | 0 | 46 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Dec | 6 | 0 | 39 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.
Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 80%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 9, GA State Senate District 50, GA State House District 8, GASchools
Towns County Middle School
2 miles, NE
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2.8
Towns County Elementary School
2 miles, NE
•
2.8
Towns County High School
2 miles, NE
•
4.1
Eastgate Life Academy
3 miles, N
•
5
Colleges
Young Harris College
7 miles, NW
•
1.9
Tri-County Community College
18 miles, NW
•
1
Truett McConnell University
21 miles, SW
•
1.9
North Georgia Technical College
22 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Chatuge Regional Hospital
3 miles, N
•
4.1
Union General Hospital
13 miles, W
•
5
Murphy Medical Center Inc
18 miles, NW
•
3.2
Mountain Lakes Medical Center
26 miles, S
Airports
McGhee Tyson Airport
64 miles, N
•
2.3
Asheville Regional Airport
77 miles, E
•
1.4
Lovell Field
84 miles, NW
•
1.4
Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
86 miles, E
•
1.9