Augusta-Richmond County, GA
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 180,806 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Low |
Geography
The streets of Augusta meander along the Savannah riverfront.
Cultural Attractions
The Arts in the Heart of Augusta is an annual weekend festival featuring fine arts with an ethnic twist.
Recreation
One of golf's most prestigious annual events, the Masters Golf Tournament, features the best golfers in the world on the manicured greens of the Augusta National Golf Club.
Historical
Augusta claims to have the only structure ever built by the Confederate States of America; the old Confederate Powderworks.
Economy
Some notable businesses in Augusta are E-Z-Go Textron, Proctor & Gamble, and Electrolux.
| Population [details] | 180,806 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.5% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 135.65 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 22.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 52.54 °F/29.21 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.65 °F/67.65 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 56.60 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 169 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.1 |
| State sales tax | 4.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Charlotte (133.66 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | AUGUSTA REGIONAL AT BUSH FIELD (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Cultural and art events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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