Houston County, GA Rankings

Houston, GA County is ranked 45th out of 159 counties in Georgia by BestPlaces.net, based on factors such as cost of living, crime rate, and median household income. The county has an overall livability score of 74/100, which is higher than the Georgia average of 67. The cost of living index in Houston County is 93.9, which is lower than the national average of 100 and indicates that the cost of living may be more affordable for those considering moving to the area. Additionally, the unemployment rate sits at 4.7%, which is lower than both the state and national averages. In terms of safety, Houston County has a crime index of 65 compared to the national average of 273 crimes per 100K people. Finally, with regards to median household income, Houston County's median household income was around $48K in 2017. This figure was slightly higher than both state and national averages for that same year indicating relatively better economic stability for its residents.

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