Heard County, GA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,907 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$161,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$578 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
4
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

Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metro Area
5
Georgia
5
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (72%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 5 0 46
Mar 5 0 53
Apr 4 0 60
May 4 0 69
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 4 0 78
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 3 0 62
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Heard County Middle School
1 miles, E · 4.1star
Heard County High School
3 miles, SE · 3.7star
Heard Elementary School
4 miles, E · 2.8star
Centralhatchee Elementary School
5 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

LaGrange College
18 miles, S · 1.9star
University of West Georgia
20 miles, NE · 1.9star
West Georgia Technical College
28 miles, N · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Tanner Medical Center-Carrollton
20 miles, NE · 2.3star
Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Inc
23 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

Columbus Airport
55 miles, S · 1star
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