Livability Score

75
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) F
Taste & See Café
Coffee Shop
Jittery Joe's Coffee
Coffee Shop
S&S Cafeteria
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (18) A+
Cannonball House
Museum
Johnston–Felton–Hay House
Museum
Macon City Auditorium
Theatre Arts
Sidney Lanier Cottage
Museum
Hargray Capitol Theatre
Theatre Arts
The Douglass Theatre
Museum
Macon Pops
Theatre Arts
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
Museum
Mercer Music at Capricorn
Museum
Tubman Museum
Museum
Macon Coliseum
Stadium
The Allman Brothers Band Museum at The Big House
Museum
Middle Georgia Art Association
Theatre Arts
Food and Drink (97) A-
Zaxby's
Fast Food
Krystal
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Nu-Way Weiners
Fast Food
Just Tap'd
Bar
The Crazy Bull
Bar
Lazy Susan Tapas Bar
Bar
Roly Poly
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
The Hummingbird Stage & Taproom
Bar
Cashman's Pub
Bar
Krispy Kreme
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
Arby's
Fast Food
Dunkin'
Fast Food
Wendy's
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Krystal
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Captain D's
Fast Food
Fitness (4) F
Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center
Community Centre
Groceries (18) F
Kroger
Grocery Store
Dollar General Market
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Fishport... Home of the SuperDock fish sandwhich
Seafood
Parks (110) A+
Sparks Park
Park
Coleman Hill Park
Park
Hardeman Park
Park
Lamar Park
Park
Rosa Parks Square
Park
High Street Park
Park
Lanier Park
Park
Proudeit Park
Park
Washington Park
Park
Addison Tinsley Park
Park
Whittle Park
Park
Messenburg Park
Park
Anderson Park
Park
Dempsey Park
Park
Ayers Park
Park
Prince Park
Park
Daisy Park
Park
Dunlap Park
Park
Nisbet Park
Park
Ocmulgee Riverwalk
Park
Macon Historic District
Park
Turpin Park
Park
Hollingsworth Park
Park
Rose Park
Park
Ocmulgee Riverwalk
Park
Shops (97) F
Travis Jean Emporium + The Bohemian Den
Gift Shop
House Of Johnson
Beauty
William Alexander Salon
Hairdresser
Barnes & Noble Mercer University Bookstore
Books
Designer Tan
Beauty
Dollar General
Discount Store
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Citi Trends
Clothing
Aaron's
Furniture
Roses
Discount Store
Family Dollar
Discount Store
Walmart Vision Center
Optician
Citgo Foodmart
Convenience Store
Village Market
Convenience Store
Circle K
Convenience Store
Cranes Barbershop
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
Convenient Food Mart
Convenience Store
Dollar General
Discount Store
C & J Supermarket
Convenience Store
Rooms To Go
Furniture
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Macon Mall
Mall
Havertys
Furniture
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 1.1% take public transportation in Macon-Bibb County.
Public Transit Stops (66)
Stops & Stations
A+
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.1%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Macon-Bibb County is 89/100 - which is 4% lower than Georgia.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
C+
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crime F

Macon-Bibb County crime rates are 3,334 per 100k, which is 62% higher than Georgia
Property Crime
2,740 crimes per 100k
F
Violent Crime
595 crimes per 100k
F
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employment F

The median income in Macon-Bibb County is $41,317 - which is 19% lower than Georgia.
Med. Household Income
$41,317
F
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
D
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (28)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A
Macon Health Center
Doctor
Atrium Health Navicent Medical Center
Hospital
Piedmont Macon Medical Center
Hospital
Our Community Ambulance
Ambulance Station
Mercer Police
Police
Macon Police, Precinct 3
Police
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A
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housing A+

Macon-Bibb County home prices are $125,300 - which is 18% lower than Georgia
Home Price
$125,300
F
Home Appreciation Rate
7%
B
Home Affordability
3x (home price to income ratio)
B+
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schools F

The Macon-Bibb County graduation rate is 80% - which is 2% lower than Georgia
School Test Scores
26%
F
High School Grad. Rates
80%
D+
Elementary Schools (49) F
St Josephs Catholic School
Mount De Sales Academy
Alexander Ii Magnet School
Williams Elementary School
St Peter Claver
Vineville Academy
Burdell Elementary School
Miller Magnet Middle School
Elam Alexander Academy At Burke
Ingram/Pye Elementary School
Price Academy
Cirrus Charter Academy
Ballard Hudson Middle School
Georgia Academy For The Blind
Georgia Academy For The Blind
Appling Middle School
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School
Hartley Elementary School
Bruce Elementary School
Brookdale Elementary School
Riley Elementary School
Bethany Christian Academy
The Learning Place Academy
Rosa Taylor Elementary School
High Schools (20) F
Mount De Sales Academy
Central High School
Northeast High School
Georgia Academy For The Blind
Georgia Academy For The Blind
Southwest High School
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ratings D

Macon-Bibb County has an overall rating of 53% from 24 reviews.
User Reviews (3)
From AreaVibes
D+
User Surveys (21)
From AreaVibes
F
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Macon-Bibb County Area Facts

  • Macon-Bibb County has a Livability Score of 75/100, which is considered excellent
  • Macon-Bibb County crime rates are 62% higher than the Georgia average
  • Cost of living in Macon-Bibb County is 4% lower than the Georgia average
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Macon, Where Urbanity Coincides with Nature 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 23, 2018) Living in Macon is a great option for those looking for a larger city south of Atlanta that still retains a small-town feel. I can always find something to do such as attending regular street parties, touring historical homes and visiting the annual Cherry Blossom festival. There ...Read More are not as many well-maintained city parks and swimming pools as would normally be expected, but there are a multitude of water-based activities on the Ocmulgee River and Lake Tobesofkee.

Macon offers many economic opportunities for work. Companies such as the Medical Center of Central Georgia, YKK and Geico average between 500-6000 employees each, and new businesses locate to the area often, like the new fulfillment center from Amazon that was announced in October, 2017. Robins Air Force Base, located just 20 miles from Macon, employs 5,938 service members, 13,686 federal civilians, 1,843 contractors, 587 NAF employee and 176 AAFES employees.

Mercer University and Middle Georgia State University are both large higher education institutions that are located in Macon, and both are excellent schools with a number of desirable programs and degrees. I attended Middle Georgia State College and enjoyed the classes and the attractive campus.
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i like areavibes. but they woefully miss here. 0.5 rating By ceda227 ( Apr 08, 2018) I lived here ten years ago so it may have changed ,but no way it changed enough to score an 80 on this site. The crime in Macon is absolutely horrible. It was one of the worst cities in the country for crime in 2007-2008 so even if thats changed, I can't imagine its anywhere rem ...Read More otely safe now. North Macon near zebulon was nice and the new mall area was nice but the rest of Macon is far from livable. There is no nightlife unless gun fights are your thing. I still know many people in the area and they only stay because family are entrenched. Ive never met anyone who loves Macon. Please do not move here, if you do you will regret it. The summers are very hot and humid and theres not anything nature can provide to entertain you either. As a native Georgian, I can honestly say the only decent places to live in this state are metro Atlanta or the coast. Macon, Albany, Americus, and Augusta are horrible cities and unless you get the job of your dreams, do yourself a favor and not even visit these places must less live. In summary, I feel Areavibes gets it right most of the time, but it egregiously misses with this assessment. Personally, If I were offered the best job I could ever imagine but it was in Macon, Albany, Americus, or Augusta, i'd turn it down without equivocation. Read Less
Macon, GA - The Heart of Georgia Beats to an Exciting Tune 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 24, 2010) My husband and I visited Macon in March 2009 for Macon's International Cherry Blossom Festival. We enjoyed a couple concerts, arts and crafts against a backdrop of Yoshino Cherry trees. My husband wasn't a huge fan of all the walking we did, but I loved it! One of my favorite thi ...Read More ngs about our trip to Macon was staying at the 1842 Inn. The inn combines romance and elegance in a historic antebellum style. The stay was a bit expensive, but we were treating ourselves to a special weekend alone.

To get back on my husband's good side, we visited the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. There are so many interesting and affordable things to do and attractions to see in the city of Macon that we had a hard time choosing what to do. The city's Southern charm and friendliness made us feel very welcome. We're hoping to visit again for the Cherry Bloom festival again next year. We would like to check out some of the historic homes in the Macon area. I definitely recommend visiting Macon! Read Less
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Macon, GA - The Heart of Georgia Beats to an Exciting Tune 4 rating By Anonymous ( Jun 24, 2010) My husband and I visited Macon in March 2009 for Macon's International Cherry Blossom Festival. We enjoyed a couple concerts, arts and crafts against a backdrop of Yoshino Cherry trees. My husband wasn't a huge fan of all the walking we did, but I loved it! One of my favorite thi ...Read More ngs about our trip to Macon was staying at the 1842 Inn. The inn combines romance and elegance in a historic antebellum style. The stay was a bit expensive, but we were treating ourselves to a special weekend alone.

To get back on my husband's good side, we visited the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame. There are so many interesting and affordable things to do and attractions to see in the city of Macon that we had a hard time choosing what to do. The city's Southern charm and friendliness made us feel very welcome. We're hoping to visit again for the Cherry Bloom festival again next year. We would like to check out some of the historic homes in the Macon area. I definitely recommend visiting Macon! Read Less

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      Macon-Bibb County is home to more than 150,000 Georgians who enjoy a high quality of life in this Central Georgia city. The area is surrounded by a dense grove of trees that make the area feel like a special place. Bibb County is the largest county in the Macon area, and it offers a lot of high-paying jobs and good shopping for those who are fortunate enough to call the area home. Home prices in Macon-Bibb County are affordable, and first time home buyers will have their choice of several homes that are in line with their budgets.

      The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House is the city's main attraction. It highlights the life and career of this iconic American band. As one of country music's original families, the Allman Brothers blazed a pioneering trail in the industry that still reverberates to this day. The Johnston-Felton-Hey House is one that looks very different than other homes in the area since it was constructed in an Italian Renaissance style architecture. Photographers love to come to the home to take pictures of it nestled in the lush forest. The Museum of Arts and Science is a good place to take your students to learn about the area and some of the more interesting facts about Macon-Bibb County.

      As mentioned earlier, there are many good employment opportunities in Macon-Bibb County. Several colleges offer students two and four year degrees, and they employ a sizable number of professors, adjunct professors, school administrators, and support staff. Mercer University, Middle Georgia State University, and Wesleyan College are the three that provide the most job opportunities. The Blue Bird Corporation also has a corporate headquarters in Macon-Bibb County. The company is the leading provider of school busses for American students.

      Macon-Bibb County is a safe place to live that offers residents good health care options and a local government that values the well-being of its constituents. Finding a home in a good neighborhood will not take too long in Macon-Bibb County. Carter Elementary School, Alexander II Magnet School, and Heritage Elementary School are just a select few of the great schools in the area. These school boundaries may be the right place for you and your family to begin your search to own or rent a home.

      Macon-Bibb County has easy commutes thanks to a lack of traffic in the city limits and surrounding area. Three freeways converge in the city making it easy to travel to other metro areas as well. The Macon-Bibb County Transit Authority provides public transportation alternatives for those who do not drive. The bus routes that the city operates will get you to most of the major sights and employers in the city.

      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Macon-Bibb County? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Sparks Park
      Coleman Hill Park
      Hardeman Park
      Lamar Park
      Rosa Parks Square
      High Street Park
      Lanier Park
      Proudeit Park

      Entertainment

      Cannonball House
      Johnston–Felton–Hay House
      Macon City Auditorium
      Sidney Lanier Cottage
      Hargray Capitol Theatre
      The Douglass Theatre
      Macon Pops
      Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

      Food & Drink

      Zaxby's
      Krystal
      Burger King
      Nu-Way Weiners
      Just Tap'd
      The Crazy Bull
      Lazy Susan Tapas Bar
      Roly Poly

      D+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Macon-Bibb County? Of all people who commute, 1.1% take public transportation in Macon-Bibb County.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      5% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      1%

      4% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      3%

      equal to the US average

      F Health & Safety

      Is Macon-Bibb County a healthy and safe place to live? No, there are not many hospitals, police and fire stations,

      Hospitals

      Atrium Health Navicent Medical Center
      Lake Bridge Behavioral Health System
      Piedmont Macon Medical Center
      Piedmont Macon North Hospital

      Pharmacies

      CVS Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      CVS Pharmacy
      Walgreens
      Rite Aid
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      Macon Health Center
      Woods Medical