Augusta

GA

Richmond County, Georgia

Population 206K |Median income $55,637 |6 hospitals

Population
206,069
Richmond County
Median Income
$55,637
-18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$178,500
-22% vs avg
Median Age
35.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
206K+2%
Median Income
$55,637+47%
Median Home Value
$178,500+77%
Poverty Rate
20%-20%
Unemployment
8%-35%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,141/mo
Poverty Rate
20% +41% vs avg
Unemployment 8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.5%
Work From Home 9.1%
Public Transit 1.4%

Population

African American 56.3%
White 32.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
Asian 1.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
42.6%
High Blood Pressure
41.9%
Obesity
36.6%
Physical Inactivity
30.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.4%
Diabetes
16.7%
Current Smoking
16.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
14.5%
Binge Drinking
13.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 51.8%
Annual Checkup 79.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.6%
Stroke
4.4%

Hospitals 6 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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0
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1
★★
2
★
1
Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
6
With ER
4
AUGUSTA VA MEDICAL CENTER
AUGUSTA · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★☆☆
PIEDMONT AUGUSTA HOSPITAL
AUGUSTA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
DOCTORS HOSPITAL
AUGUSTA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆
WELLSTAR MCG HEALTH, AFFILIATED WITH MED COL
AUGUSTA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Augusta Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Hazard Reduction Burn Underway in Wedding Bells State Forest Near Woolgoolga

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 7h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Augusta, GA? ▼
Augusta, GA has a population of 206,069 people, located in Richmond County, Georgia.
What is the median household income in Augusta? ▼
The median household income in Augusta, GA is $55,637 per year. The poverty rate is 20%.
What is the median home value in Augusta? ▼
The median home value in Augusta, GA is $178,500. Median rent is $1,141/month.
What are the top health concerns in Augusta? ▼
The top health indicators in Augusta include Short Sleep Duration (42.6%), High Blood Pressure (41.9%), Obesity (36.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Augusta? ▼
Augusta has 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 4 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Augusta? ▼
The median age in Augusta, GA is 35.2 years. 24.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Augusta, GA is located in Richmond County, Georgia. With a population of 206K and a median household income of $55,637, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 6 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Augusta area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Richmond County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.