Augusta-Richmond County, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Augusta-Richmond County is a large city in Georgia with a population of 201,504. Residents earn $53,134 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
201,504 Population 667/sq mi density
$53,134 Median Income $30,230 per capita
$162,900 Home Value
$1,087 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$53,134 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,900 home value, $1,087/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,134
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,087
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

How Augusta-Richmond County Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population201,504
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,134
Per Capita$30,230
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty17.6%
County GDP$16,817M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$1,087
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking16.8%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation358 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+87.9%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 32% / D 68%
Commute21 min
Libraries6

Is Augusta-Richmond County a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Augusta-Richmond County receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Augusta-Richmond County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Augusta-Richmond County is $53,134, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Augusta-Richmond County is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,087 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Augusta-Richmond County enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Augusta-Richmond County has a population of 201,504 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (56.5%), with 32.8% White, 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

201,504
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
302.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Augusta-Richmond County vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Augusta-Richmond County vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Augusta-Richmond County is $53,134, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Augusta-Richmond County vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,134
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,230
Avg Weekly Wage$1,125
IRS Avg AGI$52,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,155
County GDP$16,817M

Business (County)

Restaurants472
Healthcare609
Retail773
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,484
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Augusta-Richmond County is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,087 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Median List Price$214,490

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,490
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold135
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory640

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,087
7% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,484
0% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Augusta-Richmond County, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.8% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Augusta-Richmond County vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes15.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure41.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.0%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death14,036/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access88.8%
Healthcare Facilities609

Crime Rates: Augusta-Richmond County vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Augusta-Richmond County has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.5°F
21% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area302.3 sq mi (782.9 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates33.3655°N, 82.0734°W
County FIPS13245
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 36.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 31.7%
D 67.8%

Winner: Democrat by 36.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score4.92
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area302.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities609
Restaurants472
Retail Stores773

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home8.3%

Nearby Cities

Hephzibah, GA 3,688 pop · 5.2 mi Grovetown, GA 16,516 pop · 9.7 mi Martinez, GA 33,019 pop · 10.8 mi Beech Island, SC 1,139 pop · 11.4 mi North Augusta, SC 24,928 pop · 12.8 mi Clearwater, SC 3,124 pop · 13.3 mi Belvedere, SC 5,458 pop · 14.5 mi Evans, GA 37,718 pop · 14.5 mi Harlem, GA 3,793 pop · 14.8 mi Burnettown, SC 3,090 pop · 16.1 mi
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