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Colquitt, GA


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Colquitt, Georgia

Colquitt, Georgia, in Miller county, is 38 miles E of Dothan, Alabama (center to center) and 179 miles S of Atlanta, Georgia. The city is home to some 1,939 residents.

The People and Families of Colquitt

In Colquitt, about 39% of adults are married. Colquitt somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Colquitt.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Colquitt had a median family income of $31,413.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($500) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Colquitt. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Colquitt Housing

According to the 2000 census, 67% of the housing in Colquitt was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Colquitt.

Commuting

In Colquitt, 94% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

Colquitt strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Georgia):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Colquitt Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Colquitt Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Colquitt, GA

Comparing Colquitt to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Georgia (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population810
Racial Diversity82
Children Under 5 Years Old31
Well-Paid Single Men23
Male Share of the Population12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size32
Portion of People Married13

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults56
Median Family Income24
People in Middle Class or Better24
People Above Poverty13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work99
Public Transportation Use87
Short Commute Times77
Working at Home12

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing910
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
Housing Recently Built75
Affordability of Property Taxes76
People Living Alone77

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime25
Low Property Crime24
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