The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Upson county is rated a 4. The average temperature during the month of June is 78.6℉ and the average temperature in January is 47.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 70% and the area covered by water is 0.65%. The overall influence score for Upson is 8.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Upson, 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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Upson County is located in west-central Georgia, with a population of 27,154 people. The county is primarily rural and has a median household income of $37,426. The poverty rate is 19.8%, which is higher than the state average of 17%.
The majority of the population is White (66.6%), followed by African American (29%), Hispanic/Latino (2.9%), and Asian (0.9%). The median age of residents is 39.4 years old.
The living conditions in Upson County are generally considered to be below average. Housing is often outdated and in need of repairs, and there are few job opportunities available for residents. Education levels are also below average, with only 15% of adults having a college degree or higher.
The quality of life in Upson County can vary depending on the individual's circumstances, but overall it tends to be lower than in other parts of Georgia or the country as a whole. Crime rates are relatively high, and access to health care and other services can be limited due to the rural nature of the county.
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