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    OverviewWeatherHousingDemographicsJobsPoliticsCrimeTransportationEducationOutdoorsCulture
    1. Georgia
    2. Upson County

    Major cities or towns:

    Thomaston
    Yatesville
    Upson County, Georgia is located in the west-central part of the state, about an hour south of Atlanta. The county has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The population is around 25,000, with a mix of rural and small-town communities. The economy is centered around manufacturing, agriculture, and healthcare, though job opportunities can be limited. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value around $120,000. The public school system has average performance, and there are no major colleges or universities in the county. Healthcare is served by a regional hospital and several clinics. Cultural attractions are limited, but the area offers outdoor recreation like fishing, hunting, and hiking in the nearby Flint River basin. Transportation infrastructure is adequate, with access to major highways, but public transit is minimal. Crime rates are slightly higher than the state average. Overall, Upson County provides a quiet, affordable small-town lifestyle, though job prospects and amenities may be limited compared to larger urban areas.

    Demographics

    Population

    26K

    Ethnicity %

    White
    67
    Black
    27
    Asian
    0
    Hispanic
    2

    Median Age

    42.1

    Density

    4 of 10

    84 / Mile²

    Avg Family Size

    3.2

    Religious

    59%

    Foreign Born

    10%

    Veterans

    7.3%

    Adult Smokers

    22%

    Adult Obesity

    41%

    Uninsured

    15%

    Excessive Drinking

    17%

    Poverty Rate

    14%

    Weather

    Sunlight

    5.1 hours winter dailyMostly sunny

    Summer average temp

    92°F

    Winter max temp

    58°F

    Precipitation

    50 in.

    Snowfall (inches)

    0.6 (low)

    Drought risk

    Low

    Earthquake risk

    Very Low

    Wildfire risk

    Very Low

    Tornado risk

    Moderate

    Hurricane risk

    Low

    Crime

    Rank: 3.5 of 10

    (crimes per 1,000 people yearly)

    Violent

    5 (3.8)

    Property

    6 (29)

    Assault

    6 (3.0)

    Larceny (theft)

    6 (23)

    Robbery

    4 (0.6)

    Burglary

    4 (4.7)

    Rape

    2 (0.19)

    Auto Theft

    4 (1.3)

    Murder

    1 (0.00)

    Arson

    1 (0.00)

    Driving deaths involving alcohol

    33%

    Politics and Law

    State politics

    Swing (mixed)

    Abortion laws

    Legal before cardiac cell

    Marijuana laws

    Illegal

    Gun Laws

    No Permits Required

    Democrat

    33%

    Republican

    65%

    State Tax Burden

    7.91%

    Cigarette Tax

    $0.37

    Jobs

    Income (per capita)

    $42,364

    Unemployment

    2.8%

    Employment

    58.7%

    Hours worked

    43.5

    Outdoors

    Natural Amenities

    4.7 / 10

    Water Area

    0.65%

    Near park?

    59%

    Beaches

    Not near the coast

    Mountains

    1-3 hours

    Tree Area

    72%

    Housing

    Home Ownership

    66%

    Median Home Price

    $162K

    Average Rent

    $639

    Internet over 25mbps

    92%

    Transportation

    Walkability

    32

    Cycling

    23

    Public Transit

    unknown

    Major Airport

    >2 hours

    Average Commute Time

    23

    Education

    K-12 Test Scores

    3 of 10  

    (avg: -0.19)

    College graduates

    13%

    Culture

    Arts scene

    unknown

    Food awards per 100k

    unknown