West Point, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
3,501 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$580 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$444 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Troup County
4
LaGrange Urban 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

Troup County
7
LaGrange Urban Area
7
Georgia
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 43
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 60
May 3 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 4 0 54
Dec 4 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, GA State Senate District 29, GA State House District 138, GA
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Schools

West Point Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
WO Lance Elementary
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
Springwood School
4 miles, W • 4.6 star
Long Cane Middle School
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Point University
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
LaGrange College
11 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Columbus Technical College
29 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center
10 miles, NE • 2.3 star
East Alabama Medical Center and Snf
24 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
29 miles, S • 1 star
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