The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Laurens county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 81.3℉ and the average temperature in January is 48.3℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 69% and the area covered by water is 0.72%. The overall influence score for Laurens is 5.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Laurens, 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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Laurens County, Georgia is a largely rural county located in the east central part of the state. According to the 2019 U.S. Census estimates, the population of Laurens County was 48,632 with a median age of 39.3 years old. The racial makeup of the county was 64.7% White, 30.9% African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.2% Asian, and 2.6% from two or more races.
The median household income in Laurens County is $41,838 and 20.7% of the population lives below the poverty line. The unemployment rate for the county is 6%.
Living conditions in Laurens County vary depending on location and socio-economic status. The county has a mix of rural and urban areas with access to basic services such as healthcare and education. However, some areas are still lacking in infrastructure and resources that are necessary for a high quality of life such as reliable internet access and public transportation options.
Overall, the quality of life in Laurens County is good but there are still areas where improvements can be made to ensure everyone has access to the same opportunities and resources necessary for a better life.
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