The small city of Damascus, Georgia is located in Stewart county and has an estimated population of just 314 people. Despite its size, Damascus has achieved excellent rankings from the Best Places website. The city was given a livability score of 70 out of 100, earned a grade of A- for amenities and received a cost of living index rating of 83. Damascus has also been given a crime index rating of 50, which is significantly lower than the national average; making it one of the safest places to live in Stewart County. This excellent ranking is further compounded by the fact that the median home price in Damascus is only $50,800 and the median household income is just $34,028. All these factors combined make Damascus an attractive place to live for many people looking for a safe and affordable place to call home.
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