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Forsyth, GA

Georgia · Monroe County · Macon-Bibb County Metro

Forsyth is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,641. Residents earn $74,811 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,641 Population 515/sq mi density
$74,811 Median Income $40,805 per capita
$191,600 Home Value $313,665 Zillow
$876 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
520 Violent Crime/100K 5,620 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$74,811 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,600 home value, $876/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
520 violent crimes/100K (37% above avg)
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $74,811
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $191,600
32% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 520/100K
37% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $876
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

How Forsyth Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,641
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density515/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,811
Per Capita$40,805
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,830M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,600
Rent$876
Ownership55.1%
Zillow$313,665
Housing Units2,218
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

F
Violent520/100K
Property5,620/100K
Murder24.8/100K
Assault371/100K
Burglary446/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking16.6%
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+12.2%
School Score7.79

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.5%
EV Stations6
Libraries1

Is Forsyth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forsyth receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Forsyth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forsyth is $74,811, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forsyth is $191,600, 32% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 520 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,620 per 100,000, 187% above the national average.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.8/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Forsyth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Forsyth has a population of 4,641 with a density of 515 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.7% female and 44.3% male. The city is predominantly White (59%), with 36.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 20.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,641
Total Population
515
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Forsyth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forsyth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forsyth is $74,811, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,805. The average weekly wage is $1,054, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 688 business establishments, including 52 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.3, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 0.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Forsyth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,811
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,805
Avg Weekly Wage$1,054
IRS Avg AGI$85,864
Gini Index0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)688
County GDP$1,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare62
Retail93
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Cost of Living96.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Forsyth is $191,600, 32% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,665, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $876 (25% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,660 for a one-bedroom to $1,820 for a two-bedroom apartment. 55.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,218 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $4,279 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$313,665
Median List Price$436,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$436,450
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$876
25% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,585
1 Bedroom$1,660
2 Bedrooms$1,820
3 Bedrooms$2,182
4 Bedrooms$2,605

Ownership & Property

Homeownership55.1%
Owner-Occupied55.1%
Renter-Occupied44.9%
Housing Units2,218
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Forsyth, 39.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 39.5% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 13.9% report binge drinking. 29.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.2% report depression. 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 13.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,914. The dentist ratio is 1:5,885. 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Forsyth vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,914
Dentists1:5,885
Mental Health1:2,356
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death10,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities62
Forsyth has a violent crime rate of 520 per 100,000 residents, 37% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 371.4 per 100,000, robbery at 49.5, rape at 74.3. The murder rate is 24.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,620 per 100,000, 187% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 4,952, burglary at 446, vehicle theft at 223 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Forsyth receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Forsyth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent519.9/100K
37% above US avg
Murder24.8/100K
293% above US avg
Rape74.3/100K
Robbery49.5/100K
Assault371.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,620.2/100K
187% above US avg
Burglary445.7/100K
Theft4,951.7/100K
Vehicle Theft222.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents906
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Forsyth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area9.0 sq mi (23.3 km²)
Population Density515/sq mi
Coordinates33.0394°N, 83.9344°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountyMonroe County County
Nearest AirportMiddle Georgia Regional (MCN)
29 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.7"
23% above US avg
Snowfall 0.6"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.47"
Driest Month (Oct) 2.72"

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score18.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability40.7 / 100
Community Resilience51.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Sep 12, 2022.

Jan 18, 2000 11 km SSE of Gray, Georgia M3.5 46 km
Mar 18, 2003 11 km S of Rayle, Georgia M3.5 121 km
Dec 7, 2009 4 km WNW of Deepstep, Georgia M3.2 86 km
Apr 4, 2009 15 km N of Milledgeville, Georgia M3.1 71 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.7 87 km
Jul 4, 2012 11 km NNE of Deepstep, Georgia M2.7 94 km
Apr 23, 1993 14 km E of Mount Zion, Georgia M2.7 107 km
May 3, 2011 6 km WNW of Mitchell, Georgia M2.6 110 km
Sep 12, 2022 13 km NE of Jackson, Georgia M2.5 38 km
Apr 6, 2017 6 km WSW of Sparta, Georgia M2.5 87 km
May 18, 2015 0 km NNW of Crawfordville, Georgia M2.5 112 km
Aug 18, 1993 2 km NNW of Lakeview Estates, Georgia M2.5 77 km
Mar 4, 1996 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia M2.5 144 km
May 17, 1997 9 km SW of Soperton, Georgia M2.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Helene (2024, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Helene Category 2 202 km
2023 Idalia Category 1 261 km
2018 Michael Category 3 105 km
1995 Opal Category 1 262 km
1985 Kate Category 1 176 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

462 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 60 fatalities, 1,277 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 22, 1992 EF4 48 km 5
Apr 30, 1953 EF4 58 km 18
Jan 12, 2023 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 5, 2022 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 43 km 0
Apr 13, 2020 EF3 9 km 0
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 36 km 2
Apr 27, 2011 EF3 62 km 2
Apr 10, 2009 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 1, 2007 EF3 36 km 0
Jan 2, 2006 EF3 50 km 0
Mar 5, 1989 EF3 88 km 0
Mar 24, 1975 EF3 98 km 3
Feb 18, 1975 EF3 54 km 2
May 28, 1973 EF3 97 km 1
May 27, 1973 EF3 92 km 0
Jan 10, 1972 EF3 82 km 1
Apr 2, 1970 EF3 87 km 0
Dec 25, 1964 EF3 36 km 2
Mar 31, 1961 EF3 90 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,397 ac, 2004).

Year Name Acres Distance
2004 UNNAMED 5,397 98 km
2010 COMPT 163 4,755 57 km
2021 UNNAMED 3,808 29 km
2007 14A-14B-15A-16E-17E 3,397 22 km
2005 UNNAMED 2,992 99 km
2006 10 A 11 E 11 W RX BURN 2,969 26 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,753 43 km
1988 COMP 10 2,588 25 km
2015 UNNAMED 2,574 43 km
2010 COMPT 2 2,505 22 km
2014 UNNAMED 2,433 34 km
2010 COMPT 120 2,412 29 km
1999 COMP 1312 2,401 25 km
2018 COMPARTMENT 4 5 6 7 8 2,386 24 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,294 24 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,286 92 km
2009 30 2,195 25 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,143 45 km
2018 UNNAMED 2,101 44 km
2013 UNNAMED 2,077 28 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 47°F (9°C) 4.9 in
March 55°F (13°C) 5.5 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 4.0 in
May 69°F (21°C) 4.0 in
June 76°F (25°C) 3.6 in
July 80°F (27°C) 4.8 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 3.0 in
October 63°F (17°C) 2.7 in Driest
November 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
December 47°F (9°C) 4.5 in

Forsyth has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.5") and October the driest (2.7").

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Forsyth is located in Monroe County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 7.8 out of 10, reflecting strong academic performance. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.2% of the vote, a 46.7-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 62 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents906
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+12.2%
School Test Score7.79
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3Metro / under 250K
Population Density515/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi
CountyMonroe County County

Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Avg Download Speed29.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities62
Restaurants52
Retail Stores93

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.4%
Average costs for common services in Forsyth. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit $337 ($193–$530)
Urgent Care Visit $193 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit $2,119 ($770–$4,815)
Dental Cleaning $125 ($72–$193)
Dental Filling $241 ($144–$385)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $72 ($48–$116)
Brake Pad Replacement $289 ($144–$482)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4) $578 ($385–$963)
Battery Replacement $193 ($96–$337)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair $385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install $6,741 ($3,852–$11,556)
Roof Repair $963 ($385–$1,926)
Roof Replacement $8,667 ($5,297–$14,445)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,445 ($482–$3,371)
Divorce (Contested) $14,445 ($4,815–$28,890)
DUI Defense $4,815 ($1,926–$9,630)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,445 ($770–$2,889)
Will Preparation $482 ($193–$963)
Trust Preparation $2,408 ($963–$4,815)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full) $144 ($72–$241)
Manicure $24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $77 ($48–$125)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.95 ($2.89–$5.30)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.37 ($2.41–$4.82)
Loaf of Bread $3.66 ($2.41–$5.30)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.33 ($2.89–$6.26)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.30 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb) $0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $67 ($39–$116)
Internet (Monthly) $67 ($39–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly) $82 ($48–$144)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $193 ($72–$482)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,926 ($1,156–$3,371)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($14–$72)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,156 ($578–$2,408)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $963 ($482–$1,926)
After-School Care (Monthly) $385 ($193–$674)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $963 ($385–$2,408)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,038 ($4,815–$28,890)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $96 ($48–$193)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter $289 ($144–$482)
Cat Spay/Neuter $193 ($96–$385)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$470
Toddler$442
Preschool$442
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$446
Toddler$420
Preschool$420
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monroe County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 815 79 $28,798 1.01
Accommodation & Food Services 774 45 $20,964 1.05
Construction 621 81 $59,380 1.47
Health Care & Social Assistance 588 72 $43,999 0.51
Manufacturing 288 20 $61,624 0.43
Wholesale Trade 272 28 $86,324 0.86
Other Services 251 48 $46,836 1.03
Finance & Insurance 160 27 $46,821 0.49
Real Estate 65 24 $32,494 0.52
Arts & Entertainment 62 5 $24,635 0.46
Educational Services 51 5 $25,737 0.31
Information & Technology 26 8 $56,748 0.17
Unclassified 20 44 $68,857 1.78

Hospitals in Forsyth

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MONROE COUNTY HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals Yes (478) 994-2521

Schools in Forsyth

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mary Persons High School High 1,287 76 16.9:1
Monroe County Middle School- Banks Stephens Campus Middle 994 65 15.3:1
T.G. Scott Elementary School Elementary 799 55 14.5:1
Samuel E. Hubbard Elementary School Elementary 732 51 14.4:1
Katherine B. Sutton Elementary School Elementary 699 46 15.2:1
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Radio Stations near Forsyth

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
News Talk 940 news, talk AAC+ 48 kbps
NewLife FM religious AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Forsyth

19 national parks and monuments found near Forsyth.

ParkTypeFee
Andersonville National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Balls Ferry State Park State Park Free
Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area National Recreation Area $5
F. D. Roosevelt State Park State Park Free
Flat Creek Public Fishing Area State Park Free
Fort Yargo State Park State Park Free
Hard Labor Creek State Park State Park Free
High Falls State Park State Park Free
Indian Springs State Park State Park Free
Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park National Battlefield Park $5
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
North Oconee River Greenway State Park Free
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Ocmulgee River Greenway State Park Free
Panola Mountain State Park State Park Free
Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area State Park Free
Scott Hudgens Park State Park Free
Sweetwater Creek State Park State Park Free
Watson Mill Bridge State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Forsyth

9 trails found near Forsyth.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
OCMULGEE RIVER UPPER LOOP 10.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
KINNARD CREEK TRAIL 3.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HITCHITI TRAIL 2.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
RUSH CREEK TRAIL 2.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WISE CREEK SHORTCUT 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
HITCHITI LOOP TRAIL 0.9 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WISE CREEK LOOP TRAIL 0.8 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
DOUBLE BRIDGES TRAIL 0.4 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BURGESS MOUNTAIN TRAIL 0.2 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Forsyth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
GIRL SCOUT FIRST HEADQUARTERS BUILDINGHISTORIC PRESERVATION9122328200$6,119,534
MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCESART MUSEUM4784773232$1,603,236
BAPTIST HISTORY AND HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION151 BROADLEAF DR4066007433$188,636
BUTTS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 2156787529332$23,339
BARNESVILLE LAMAR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION7703582935
CELTIC COLLECTION PROGRAMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7703581627
GEORGIA YOUTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM7703585042
HISTORIC PRESERVATION FUND PILOT CLUB OF MACONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JARRELL PLANTATION HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION711 JARRELL PLANTATION ROAD4789865172
MARK SMITH PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM4182 FORSYTH ROAD
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION126 E JOHNSTON ST4789945070
MONROE COUNTY MUSEUM-GENEOLOGYGENERAL MUSEUM4789945070
PEACOCK GALLERYART MUSEUM
WADDELL BARNES BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER4784712700

Farmers Markets in Forsyth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barnesville/Lamar County Farmers MarketMarket Street
Forsyth Farmers MarketNorth Jackson Street 05/01/2015 to 10/30/2015Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Forsyth

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Suites Forsyth Near I-75
Days Inn by Wyndham Forsyth
Hampton Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express
La Quinta Inn & Suites Forsyth
Quality Inn
Travelodge (North America)
Travelodge Forsyth

Restaurants in Forsyth

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bluetick Mercantile
El Tejado
Forsyth Country Cookin
Grits Cafe
Huddle House
Jonah's on Johnston
Minori's
Shoney's
Waffle House
Waffle House

Cafes in Forsyth

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Theatres in Forsyth

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rose Theater

Clinics in Forsyth

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Navicent Health
Primary Pediatrics, P.C.

Gas Stations in Forsyth

12 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amoco
BP
Citgo
Exxon
Ingles
Marathon
Marathon
Shell
Shell
Shell
Shell
Valero

Golf Courses in Forsyth

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forsyth Golf Course
River Forest Golf Club

Nursing Homes in Forsyth

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
PRUITTHEALTH - FORSYTH
521 CABINESS ROAD
For profit - Corporation 72 67 5/5 2/5 4/5 4789945671
PRUITTHEALTH - MONROE
4796 HIGHWAY 42 NORTH
For profit - Corporation 83 76 4/5 3/5 2/5 4789945662

Pharmacies in Forsyth

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CASTLEBERRY DRUG COMPANY 67 NORTH LEE STREET 478-994-2051
CVS - 7706 430 TIFT COLLEGE DRIVE 478-994-0193
LAWSON AND CROMER PHARMACY 25 WEST JOHNSTON STREET 478-994-2015
WAL-MART - 907 180 NORTH LEE STREET 478-994-6005

EV Charging Stations in Forsyth

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Walmart 907 Forsyth180 N Lee StreetElectrify America4CHADEMO J1772COMBOpublic
Ingles260-B Tift College DrNon-Networked2J1772public
PMC Enterprises240 Industrial Park DrNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in Forsyth

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
451 PEA RIDGE RD (72094)GTOWER160
1604 Bass Road (93070)GTOWER138
1604 Bass RdTOWER134
271 MATTIE THOMASON ROAD (14533)GTOWER127
3045 Hamlin Road (64771)GTOWER106
1736 Frontage RdTOWER99
601 COLLIER ROAD (43462)LTOWER95
4991 BLOOMFIELD RD (64748)LTOWER89
6161 Highway 41STOWER88
1805 Hopewell Road East (69891)GTOWER84
(High Falls site) 285 C.W. Harper Rd.TOWER81
985 HIGH FALLS PARK ROAD (43461)LTOWER77
623 Lee King Rd (44535)MTOWER61
7788 Zebulon Road (104474)MTOWER61
911 Benson Ham Road (43878)MTOWER60
300 ROGERS STREET (97719)MTOWER44

Fire Stations in Forsyth

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Forsyth Fire Department200 S Kimbell STMostly career478-994-2040
Georgia Public Safety Training Center Fire Department1000 Indian Springs DRVolunteer478-993-4670
Monroe County Emergency Services - Fire Department507 Montpelier AVEMostly volunteer478-994-7004

Power Plants Near Forsyth

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
SMARR ENERGY CENTERNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE221112-83.9OP

Bridges in Forsyth

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198917241,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196817941,400F
CulvertConcrete19663041,400G
CulvertConcrete19663241,400G
CulvertConcrete19664541,400F
CulvertConcrete19662641,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196623741,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19894105,190G
CulvertConcrete1925255,030G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19723663,620G
CulvertConcrete1954242,980F
CulvertConcrete1938212,470G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1937922,470F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19401201,720F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19401201,720F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19662601,650G
CulvertSteel1940501,280G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19893951,200G
CulvertConcrete1940241,090G
Tee BeamConcrete1959102920F
Tee BeamConcrete1982160740G
Tee BeamConcrete1982144514G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1996120280G
CulvertSteel199929170G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2008190170G
CulvertConcrete199621121G
CulvertConcrete199621121G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2001290121G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19402470F
CulvertConcrete19983350G
Tee BeamConcrete198712010G

Correctional Facilities in Forsyth

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
BURRUSS CORRECTIONAL TRAINING CENTER1000 INDIAN SPRINGS DRSTATE444806OPEN
MONROE COUNTY JAIL145 L CARY BITTICK DRCOUNTY9168OPEN

Airports Near Forsyth

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International AirportATLLarge Airport
Fulton County Airport Brown FieldFTYMedium Airport
Middle Georgia Regional AirportMCNMedium Airport
Robins Air Force BaseWRBMedium Airport
3-M's AirportSmall Airport
Aerie AirportSmall Airport
Alcovy AirportSmall Airport
Andy Fields AirportSmall Airport
Antique Acres AirportSmall Airport
Atlanta Speedway AirportSmall Airport
Baldwin County Regional AirportMLJSmall Airport
Beaverbrook AerodromeSmall Airport
Beck FieldSmall Airport
Beckley Farms AirportSmall Airport
Berry Hill AirportSmall Airport
Big T AirportSmall Airport
Brandt FieldSmall Airport
Broken Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Brook Bridge AerodromeSmall Airport
Brookline - Meadowmere AirportSmall Airport
Brown FieldSmall Airport
Butler Municipal AirportSmall Airport
C & W Air ParkSmall Airport
Cameron FieldSmall Airport
Cedar Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Chappell Crook AirportSmall Airport
Chattahoochee Air ParkSmall Airport
Chigger Hill AirportSmall Airport
Circle T AirportSmall Airport
Cochran AirportSmall Airport
Coleman FieldSmall Airport
Covington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cox FieldSmall Airport
Danville AirparkSmall Airport
Deerfield Landing AirportSmall Airport
Deerfield Landing AirportSmall Airport
Diamond S AirportSmall Airport
Dr. C P Savage Sr. AirportSmall Airport
Dream Team AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Landing AirportSmall Airport
Fagundes FieldSmall Airport
Flying D AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gable Branch AirportSmall Airport
Gorden E Bellah International AirportSmall Airport
Grant AirportSmall Airport
Griffin Spalding County AirportSmall Airport
Halls Flying Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Hay FieldSmall Airport
Home FieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Forsyth

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Forsyth Police Department
Lamar County Sheriff and Jail121 Roberta Drive

Grocery Stores in Forsyth

16 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Circle K 6716Convenience Store306 Harold G Clarke Pkwy
CVS Pharmacy 7706Other430 Tift College Dr
Dev FoodsConvenience Store79 N Lee St
DOLLAR GENERAL 1796Other130 E Main St
Dollar Tree 5165Other150 N Lee St
Express Food Mart NOConvenience Store270 N Lee St
Family Dollar 8366Other173 N Lee St
Fast Track 1Convenience Store291 N Lee St
Holiday BpConvenience Store471 Tift College Dr
INGLES MARKETS 403Supermarket260 Tift College Dr
Lucky Food MartConvenience Store33 S Jackson St
QuikTrip 1730Convenience Store240 Harold G Clarke Pkwy
Shell Fast TrackConvenience Store985 GA Highway 42 N
Shell Food MartConvenience Store275 N Lee St
Walmart 907Super Store180 N Lee St
Wc's Minit MartConvenience Store445 Tift College Dr

Post Offices in Forsyth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Forsyth Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Forsyth

16 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $684,443 in back wages owed to 910 employees.

16
Violations
$684,443
Back Wages Owed
910
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
L & D Concrete LLC SIGNIFICANT 31029 1 $254,391 $3,854 66
Georgia Department of Corrections #3 SIGNIFICANT Georgia Department of Corrections 31029 3 $202,503 $306 661
Bibb Erection World Steel, Inc. SIGNIFICANT 31029 1 $122,420 $4,708 26
Georgia Department of Corrections 2nd 31029 1 $42,913 $604 71
TDI (Truck Driver Institute) 31029 1 $18,048 $1,203 15
Holiday Inn IHG 31029 1 $8,723 $793 11
Department of Corrections IT 31029 1 $8,652 $4,326 2
Bryant's Collision 31029 1 $6,076 $608 10
Rumble Road BP 31029 1 $4,828 $1,207 4
Hilltop Garden Inn 31029 1 $4,104 $1,368 3
B & M Fabrications 31029 2 $3,591 $359 10
Operation Management International 31029 1 $3,180 $636 5
Subway #573 Subway 31029 1 $1,959 $490 4
Shell Food Mart #940 31029 1 $1,661 $166 10
Wendy's Wendys Company 31029 1 $1,071 $134 8
Subway CFS Enterprises Subway 31029 1 $324 $81 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Forsyth

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CABANISS BAPTIST CHURCH1544 STOKES STORE RD
CREATIVE CHURCH PLANTING NETWORK INC109 RIVER OVERLOOK
DAYSPRING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 6092
GARDEN HILL BAPTIST CHURCH939 GA HIGHWAY 83 N
KINGDOM FAITH REVIVAL CENTER INC703 FOREST POINTE DR
KYNETTE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH266 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR
LIGHT OF CHRIST MINISTRY334 FLOYD RD
MAYNARD BAPTIST CHURCH RT 3 JULIETTE RD1195 JULIETTE RD
MOUNT GILEAD BAPTIST CHURCH UNITING THE COMMUNITY INC2703 BOXANKLE RD
NEW LEAF WORLD MISSIONS INC552 VIRGINIA ST
NEW PINE GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH3106 MAYNARDS MILL RD
OAK GROVE HOLINESS1786 ZELLNER RD
RADIANT CHURCH MACON INC150 ESSEX PL
RIVERS EDGE CHURCH962 JULIETTE RD
ROCKY CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH225 ROCKY CREEK RD
RUSSELLVILLE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 6004
SECOND BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 5905
SRIKARUNAMAYI RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF MEDITATION CENTER285 JULIE LN
ST JAMES BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 603

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Frequently Asked Questions About Forsyth

What is the population of Forsyth?

Forsyth has a population of 4,641 residents and is located in Georgia. The population density is 515 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 55.7% female and 44.3% male.

Is Forsyth expensive to live in?

Forsyth has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.3 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $74,811, 0% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,600 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $876 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Forsyth safe?

The violent crime rate in Forsyth is 520 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,620 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Forsyth receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Forsyth?

Forsyth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 44.

How is the job market in Forsyth?

The job market in Forsyth is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,054. There are 688 business establishments in the area, including 52 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 0.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Forsyth?

The median home value in Forsyth is $191,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $313,665. For renters, the median monthly rent is $876. Fair market rent is $1,660 for a 1-bedroom and $1,820 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,279.

How are the schools in Forsyth?

Schools in Forsyth perform well, with an average test score of 7.8 out of 10 / above the national benchmark. 29.9% of adults in Forsyth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Forsyth?

The obesity rate in Forsyth is 39.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 29.9% are physically inactive. 20.2% of residents report depression. 13.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,914.

What is transportation like in Forsyth?

The average commute in Forsyth is 27 minutes. 87.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Forsyth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Forsyth is 59% White, 36.7% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.7% speak Spanish. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 20.4% of residents have a disability. 94.9% have health insurance coverage.

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