City vs city
Columbus, GA vs Athens, GA
| Columbus | Athens | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 204,383 | 126,987 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | -0.1% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $182,300 | $271,800 |
| Median rent | $1,072 | $1,162 |
| Household income | $56,622 | $51,655 |
| Unemployment | 6.5% | 5.2% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 18% | 24% |
| State crime /100k | 1,705 | 1,705 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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