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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Georgia
    2. Oglethorpe County

    Major cities or towns:

    Crawford
    Arnoldsville
    Lexington
    Oglethorpe County, Georgia is a rural county located in the northeastern part of the state. The geography is characterized by gently rolling hills and a mild, humid subtropical climate. The population is around 15,000, with a median age of 40 and a diverse mix of races. The economy is primarily agricultural, with crops like cotton, peanuts, and soybeans, as well as some manufacturing and service industries. The cost of living is relatively low, but the housing market can be limited. The public school system has mixed performance, and there are no major universities within the county, though several are nearby. Healthcare facilities are modest, with a small regional hospital. Cultural attractions are limited, but the area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities like hiking, fishing, and hunting. Transportation infrastructure is decent, with access to major highways, though public transit is minimal. Crime rates are generally low, and the community has a small-town, rural character. Overall, Oglethorpe County provides a quiet, affordable quality of life, but with limited amenities and economic opportunities compared to larger urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    15K

    Ethnicity %

    White
    74
    Black
    17
    Asian
    0
    Hispanic
    4

    Median Age

    42.4

    Density

    2 of 10

    34 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.2

    Religious

    29%

    Foreign Born

    10%

    Veterans

    7.3%

    Adult Smokers

    21%

    Adult Obesity

    35%

    Uninsured

    22%

    Excessive Drinking

    17%

    Poverty Rate

    14%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    5 hours winter dailyMostly sunny

    Summer average temp

    92°F

    Winter max temp

    56°F

    Precipitation

    49 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    0.8 (low)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Very Low

    Hurricane risk

    Low

    Crime

    Rank: 3.0 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    6 (4.1)

    Property

    5 (23)

    Assault

    7 (4.0)

    Larceny (theft)

    4 (16)

    Robbery

    1 (0.0)

    Burglary

    6 (7.1)

    Rape

    1 (0.07)

    Auto Theft

    2 (0.7)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    2 (0.07)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    11%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Swing (mixed)

    Abortion laws

    Legal before cardiac cell

    Marijuana laws

    Illegal

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    30%

    Republican

    68%

    State Tax Burden

    7.91%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.37

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $43,517

    Unemployment

    2.4%

    Employment

    58.7%

    Hours worked

    41.5

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    3.4 / 10

    Water Area

    0.24%

    Near park?

    89%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    1-3 hours

    Tree Area

    78%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    66%

    Median Home Price

    $287K

    Average Rent

    $725

    Internet over 25mbps

    48%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    unknown

    Cycling

    unknown

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    29

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    7 of 10  

    (avg: 0.06)

    College graduates

    17%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown