The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Atkinson county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 80.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 50.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 78% and the area covered by water is 1.75%. The overall influence score for Atkinson is 9.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Atkinson, Georgia with a blue border. There are no significant USDA regional restrictions in this county. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Atkinson County, Georgia is located in the southern part of the state and has a population of 8,539 as of 2019. The median household income is $30,851 and the poverty rate is 27.4%. The racial makeup of the county is 63.9% White, 33.1% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 0.7% from other races.
The living conditions in Atkinson County are generally rural; there is an abundance of farmland and timberland, as well as some small towns and villages scattered throughout the county. There are multiple public parks and recreational areas available for residents to enjoy.
The quality of life in Atkinson County is generally good; however, it does face some challenges such as poverty, unemployment, and lack of access to healthcare services. Education levels are below the national average with only 67.6% of adults having a high school diploma or higher. Despite these challenges, there are many positive aspects to living in Atkinson County such as its natural beauty, low crime rate, and friendly neighbors.
Contact your Area Office for program information and to apply:Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Georgia
Cartersville - (678) 719-3508
Monroe - (770) 267-1413, Ext. 4
Fort Valley - (478) 827-0016, Ext. 4
Sandersville - (478) 552-6073, Ext. 4
Tifton - (229) 382-0273, Ext. 4
Douglas - (912) 384-4811, Ext. 4
State Office: USDA Rural Development | Stephens Federal Building | 355 E. Hancock Avenue | Athens, Ga 30601
Phone - (706) 546- 2162 | Toll Free - (800) 338-5975 | TDD - (706) 546-2034 | Fax2Mail- (855) 452-0956