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Retirement Living In Columbia County - Georgia
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Columbia County’s estimated population increased from 124,053 in April 2010 to 131,627 in July 2012, making it the 45th fastest growing U.S. county. Census estimates put Columbia County’s median household income at about $66,500. That’s about 34 percent higher that the statewide median household income.
Includes Cities/Towns: Appling, Augusta, Evans, Grovetown, Harlem, Marlow.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Enjoy numerous trails surrounded by a canal, rivers, and Clarks Hill Lake, the largest man-made lake east of the Mississippi River and the Southeast’s premiere fishing destination. Home to the International Disc Golf Center and several championship disc golf courses, families enjoy our safe, friendly, easily-accessible attractions and accommodations.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Significant number of community events (50+ each year) that include concerts, festivals, tournaments, shows and other interesting functions as well as galleries, specialty stores, and the fast-growing community for retail establishments in the region.
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Nearby Augusta Regional Airport and just two hours from Atlanta's Harsfield-Jackson Airport and one hour from Columbia Metropolitan Airport
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Serving roughly 500,000 metropolitan area citizens and countless others who travel from all over the world to receive specialized attention, the Augusta MSA is one of the preeminent medical communities of the South. Just within a short driving distance of downtown Evans in Columbia County, there are 7 major hospitals and numerous individual practices that employ approximately 25,000 local healthcare professionals. The local industry is equipped to meet a wide array of basic and specialized healthcare needs, thus ensuring that local demand will be met in times of affliction. Columbia County citizens enjoy the luxuries of healthcare proximity and availability.
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Columbia County, Georgia?
For those of you that retire in Columbia County, you will have hotter temperatures than other areas of the USA.
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect some rainy days in the winter.
If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Columbia County such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cool with averages in the low 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Expect some rainy days in the spring.
Summertime in Columbia County is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are warm with averages in the low 80's and highs in the low 90's. Nights are mild with lows in the upper 60's. Expect a lot of days above 90°. Humidity may feel uncomfortable. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Columbia County, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are mild with averages in the mid 60's and highs in the mid 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the low 50's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
34
F°
45
F°
55
F°
Feb
37
F°
49
F°
60
F°
Mar
43
F°
56
F°
68
F°
Apr
50
F°
63
F°
75
F°
May
59
F°
71
F°
83
F°
Jun
67
F°
78
F°
89
F°
Jul
71
F°
81
F°
92
F°
Aug
70
F°
80
F°
90
F°
Sep
64
F°
74
F°
85
F°
Oct
52
F°
64
F°
76
F°
Nov
43
F°
55
F°
67
F°
Dec
36
F°
47
F°
58
F°
Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days
Month
Days Greater Than 90 F°
Days Less Than 32 F°
Days Less Than 0 F°
Jan
0
14
0
Feb
0
9
0
Mar
0
4
0
Apr
0
1
0
May
4
0
0
Jun
13
0
0
Jul
21
0
0
Aug
16
0
0
Sep
7
0
0
Oct
0
0
0
Nov
0
4
0
Dec
0
11
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
4
"
10
34
%
Feb
4
"
9
36
%
Mar
4
"
9
41
%
Apr
3
"
8
48
%
May
3
"
7
58
%
Jun
4
"
10
66
%
Jul
5
"
10
70
%
Aug
5
"
10
70
%
Sep
3
"
7
64
%
Oct
4
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6
54
%
Nov
3
"
7
45
%
Dec
4
"
9
37
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
0
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0
0
Feb
0
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0
0
Mar
0
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0
0
Apr
0
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0
0
May
0
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0
0
Jun
0
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0
0
Jul
0
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0
0
Aug
0
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0
0
Sep
0
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0
0
Oct
0
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0
Nov
0
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0
0
Dec
0
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0
0
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Columbia County, GA
Columbia County, Georgia cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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Senior Housing Options
Adult communities
Gated communities
Rental units
Affordable Housing
Group homes
Residential care facility
Apartments
Houses
RV Parks
Assisted Living
Nursing homes
State veteran home
Condos
Over 50 Communities
We have a variety of housing options in Columbia County. From upscale gated communities, to modest affordable housing and everything in between. Just this year, several new retirement homes have opened in Columbia County!
Senior Assistance in
Columbia County, GA
Columbia County, Georgia offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
For Columbia County residents 60 years of age and older, the Senior Center provides:
Activities start daily at 10:00am unless otherwise noted.
Free transportation to and from your house to the center.
Free nutritious lunches served daily.
Home delivered meals for those citizens that are in need of assistance.
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
Birthdays
Outings
Arts and Crafts
Bingo
Guest Speakers
Holiday and Themed Parties
Ceramic Classes
Music
Shopping Trips
Health Screening
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Columbia County Offer For Retirees?
Within the Augusta MSA there are more than 2,000 nonprofit organizations including churches, museums, foundations, civic clubs, veterans groups, hospitals, clinics, universities, colleges, schools, etc. Most of which strongly depend on volunteers.
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