Median Income
$43,333
42% lower than US avg
Home Value
$215,000
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.6%
10% higher than US avg
How Augusta Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population222
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
B+
Median Income$43,333
Per Capita$35,628
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$300M
Commute21 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$215,000
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,420
Health
Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI26 (Good)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Elevation4,074 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.68
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Libraries3
Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Augusta receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Augusta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Augusta is $43,333, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Augusta is $215,000, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Augusta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Augusta has a population of 222 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 8.1% Hispanic.
Population
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Augusta is $43,333, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,333 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,628 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $843 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,537 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.6% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 331 |
| County GDP | $300M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,883 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.8% |
The median home value in Augusta is $215,000, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,420.
Home Values
| Census Median | $215,000 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $389,420 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $826 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $988 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,076 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,336 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,789 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,113 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,883 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.34% |
In Augusta, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Augusta vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.3% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.1% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 28.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,922/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Augusta vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Augusta has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 26.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
67°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 45.4°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.5 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 26.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,074 ft (1,242 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 241/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.4893°N, 112.3922°W |
| County FIPS | 30099 |