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Macon, GA
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Population: 156,711
Home Price: $131,400
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Overview
Macon is a midsize city in the state of Georgia with a population of 156,711. Macon has a hot summer and mild winter climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Midsize City
Living Costs:
Medium Cost
Employment:
(D) Fair
Cultural Diversity:
(A) Excellent
Residents:
Young Professionals
School Rating:
(F) Poor
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(A) Excellent
Average Commute:
20.9 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Hot Summer and Mild Winter
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Macon, GA
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Macon
Georgia
United States
Per Capita Income
$27,800
$26,818
$32,693
Median Household Income
$43,862
$53,747
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
7.7%
5.8%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
19.7%
15.3%
10.5%
Age
Macon
Georgia
United States
Median Age
36.2
39.1
42.3
Gender
Macon
Georgia
United States
Male
47.0%
48.8%
49.8%
Female
53.0%
51.2%
50.2%
Race
Macon
Georgia
United States
White
38.4%
60.8%
80.3%
Black or African American
54.3%
30.5%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.2%
0.3%
2.7%
Asian
2.2%
1.8%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
1.4%
2.5%
2.7%
Multiracial
3.5%
4.0%
5.2%
Housing Information
Macon
Georgia
United States
Median Home Price
$131,400
$150,056
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$686
$657
$801
Family Households
35.1%
35.1%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
40.5%
40.5%
26.2%
Homeowners
52.9%
63.8%
72.9%
Renters
47.1%
36.2%
27.1%
Education
Macon
Georgia
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
9.7%
11.2%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
30.7%
30.7%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
22.7%
20.3%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
7.5%
7.8%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
13.3%
12.3%
15.0%
Proficiency
Macon
Georgia
United States
Mathematics
23.8%
42.6%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
26.7%
40.9%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Macon
Georgia
United States
Murder
NA
4.4
3.0
Rape
NA
22.9
38.0
Robbery
NA
63.4
40.7
Assault
NA
254.5
188.5
Property Crime
Macon
Georgia
United States
Burglary
NA
374.9
336.1
Theft
NA
2000.1
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
178.1
167.1
Arson
NA
6.8
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Macon, GA
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
middle eastern
mexican food
sweet tea
hot sauce
liquor
salmon
cheesecake
fresh ingredients
bacon
cooking
restaurants
seafood
cheese
shrimp
delicious
sushi bar
catering
chickfila
hibachi
pizza
football
college football
ncaa football
flag football
video games
psu football
sports commentary
nascar
recruiting
basketball
gaming
athlete
tennis
olympics
teams
nfl
bowling
racing
athletic
softball
inspired by
gcsu alum
nft
jewelry
artistgraphic designer
nfts
comics
creative
craft
photography
visual
illustration
museum
nature
graphic design
prints
architecture
fashion
collection
webcomic
video games
nascar
fighting games
board games
anime
nintendo games
gaming
reading writing
books
comics
fitness
photography
motorcycles
build gunpla
junk
toys
skateboarding
fishing
cigars
niche
sports
sports commentary
tv
video production
sportsguym
gaming
movie reviews
digital media
journalism
producer
award winning
films
radio personality
lifestyle
booking
battle rap
corleon
hip hop
creative
pro wrestling
sports
summer
space
pool
photography
indoor
lawn
facility
nature
mtns
winter
conservation
fire pit
nightlife
cabins
facilities
mountains
amenities
fishing
landscaping
free shipping
girl scout cookies
gas station
online store
jewelry
restaurants
pre order
bookstore
convenience store
grocery store
shipping
preowned
local businesses
cafe
restock
brands
shoppes
local shops
mall
holiday shopping
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