Austell, GA Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Paisley Price Jan 6, 2026

Job market in Austell for tech?

Random thought, I work in education and With a population of 8,351, Austell is a small town. Rent is about $1,426/month for a decent place. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Wesley Myers Oct 13, 2025

Quick question about Austell

Hey, Poverty rate is 6.5%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $255,700 on average. The unemployment rate is 4.7%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $1,426 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The weather takes some getting used to. Am I wrong her...

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indy_mason Apr 6, 2025

Life in Austell as a young professional

Hey folks, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $1,426/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Thanks in advance! Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definitely rising, but st...

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Wesley Myers Mar 22, 2025

Is Austell worth moving to in 2026?

Hey everyone, With a population of 8,351, Austell is a small town. Should I be concerned?

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