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Cornelia, GA


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Cornelia, Georgia

Cornelia, Georgia, in Habersham county, is 39 miles N of Athens, Georgia (center to center) and 72 miles NE of Atlanta, Georgia. The city contains a population of approximately 3,674.

The People and Families of Cornelia

In Cornelia, about 50% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Cornelia, which is home to many people who live alone.

Approximately 27% of Cornelia is non-white. The city offers a wonderful balance of many varieties of people.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cornelia had a median family income of $42,041.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Cornelia favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $5,250. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Cornelia Housing

Cornelia has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 61% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Cornelia, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyCornelia Racial Diversity
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 16%Cornelia Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Cornelia, GA

Comparing Cornelia 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
Racial Diversity109
Children Under 5 Years Old74
Well-Paid Single Men79
Senior Citizens79
Well-Paid Single Women78
Male Share of the Population67
Female Share of the Population54
Age of the Population58

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size64
Portion of People Married37

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults88
Median Family Income68
People in Middle Class or Better58
People Above Poverty48

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use87
Working at Home46
Walking and Biking to Work32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals76
Housing Recently Built74
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Affordability of Property Taxes74
Affordability of Rents55

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime25
Low Property Crime12
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