Georgia
Living in Georgia comes with about as many perks as the number of sweet peaches grown here year after year.
Not only will you be greeted warmly by your new neighbors – yes, Southern charm runs deep here – but finding a career you love will come easily, as Georgia is home to nearly 2,000 internationally headquartered facilities representing 43 countries, and with Fort Benning in the area, the state has one of the largest military presences in the country.
Your wallet will breathe a sigh of relief after a move to the Peach State, too, as rent, gasoline and property taxes are all cheaper than the national average. Plus, with a number of beautiful sandy beaches and nearly 50 state parks in the area, your options for outdoor recreation are vast – did we mention the average year-round temperature is 62.5 degrees? And if higher education is in your future, look no further. Great colleges and universities, like the Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University (one of the state’s largest employers), offer top-quality programs that are sure to prepare students for career success.
Read on to learn more about working and living in Georgia, from the best places to live to details about education and careers to fun things to do.
Greater Columbus, Georgia
This digital edition of the Greater Columbus, Georgia is sponsored by Columbus State University.
Livability Robins Region
This digital edition of the Livability Robins Region is sponsored by Robins Regional Chamber.
Quick Facts About Georgia
- Median Household Income
- $79,563
- Average Property Tax
- $2,781
- State Population
- 11,243,823
- Sales Tax Rate
- 4 %
- State Income Tax
- 1%
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1,194
Places We Love In Georgia
Cities in Georgia on Livability.com
- Acworth, GA
- Adairsville, GA
- Adel, GA
- Albany, GA
- Alpharetta, GA
- Americus, GA
- Athens, GA
- Atlanta, GA
- Auburn, GA
- Augusta, GA
- Austell, GA
- Bainbridge, GA
- Barnesville, GA
- Belvedere Park, GA
- Braselton, GA
- Bremen, GA
- Brookhaven, GA
- Brunswick, GA
- Buford, GA
- Byron, GA
- Cairo, GA
- Calhoun, GA
- Camilla, GA
- Candler-McAfee, GA
- Canton, GA
- Carrollton, GA
- Cartersville, GA
- Cedartown, GA
- Centerville, GA
- Chamblee, GA
- Clarkston, GA
- Cochran, GA
- College Park, GA
- Columbus, GA
- Commerce, GA
- Conley, GA
- Conyers, GA
- Cordele, GA
- Country Club Estates, GA
- Covington, GA
- Cumming, GA
- Cusseta-Chattahoochee County unified government, GA
- Dacula, GA
- Dahlonega, GA
- Dallas, GA
- Dalton, GA
- Decatur, GA
- Dock Junction, GA
- Doraville, GA
- Douglas, GA
- Douglasville, GA
- Druid Hills, GA
- Dublin, GA
- Duluth, GA
- Dunwoody, GA
- East Point, GA
- Eatonton, GA
- Evans, GA
- Fair Oaks, GA
- Fairburn, GA
- Fairview, GA
- Fayetteville, GA
- Fitzgerald, GA
- Flowery Branch, GA
- Forest Park, GA
- Fort Oglethorpe, GA
- Fort Stewart, GA
- Fort Valley, GA
- Gainesville, GA
- Garden City, GA
- Georgetown, GA
- Glennville, GA
- Gresham Park, GA
- Griffin, GA
- Grovetown, GA
- Hampton, GA
- Hapeville, GA
- Hinesville, GA
- Holly Springs, GA
- Irondale, GA
- Jackson, GA
- Jefferson, GA
- Jesup, GA
- Johns Creek, GA
- Jonesboro, GA
- Kennesaw, GA
- Kingsland, GA
- LaFayette, GA
- LaGrange, GA
- Lawrenceville, GA
- Lilburn, GA
- Lithia Springs, GA
- Locust Grove, GA
- Loganville, GA
- Lovejoy, GA
- Mableton, GA
- Macon, GA
- Marietta, GA
- Martinez, GA
- McDonough, GA
- Milledgeville, GA
- Milton, GA
- Monroe, GA
- Morrow, GA
- Moultrie, GA
- Mountain Park, GA
- Nashville, GA
- Newnan, GA
- Norcross, GA
- North Decatur, GA
- North Druid Hills, GA
- Panthersville, GA
- Peachtree City, GA
- Peachtree Corners, GA
- Perry, GA
- Pooler, GA
- Port Wentworth, GA
- Powder Springs, GA
- Redan, GA
- Richmond Hill, GA
- Rincon, GA
- Riverdale, GA
- Rome, GA
- Roswell, GA
- Sandersville, GA
- Sandy Springs, GA
- Savannah, GA
- Scottdale, GA
- Skidaway Island, GA
- Smyrna, GA
- Snellville, GA
- St. Marys, GA
- St. Simons, GA
- Statesboro, GA
- Stockbridge, GA
- Stone Mountain, GA
- Sugar Hill, GA
- Suwanee, GA
- Swainsboro, GA
- Sylvester, GA
- Thomaston, GA
- Thomasville, GA
- Thomson, GA
- Tifton, GA
- Toccoa, GA
- Tucker, GA
- Tyrone, GA
- Union City, GA
- Valdosta, GA
- Vidalia, GA
- Villa Rica, GA
- Vinings, GA
- Warner Robins, GA
- Waycross, GA
- Waynesboro, GA
- Whitemarsh Island, GA
- Wilmington Island, GA
- Winder, GA
- Woodstock, GA
Experiences & Adventures in Georgia
Winter Wonderlands: Enchanting Towns to Visit for a Hallmark-Inspired Holiday
Live out your holiday movie dreams! These 10 enchanting towns offer the ultimate Hallmark-inspired holiday experience.
5 Whole Body Wellness Experiences to Try
Nurture your body, mind and spirit with forest bathing, hot springs and wellness retreats!
Avoid the Crowds at These 6 Seaside Getaways
Looking for a family-friendly getaway without all of the hustle and bustle? These seaside spots are waiting.
Food Scenes in Georgia
The Official Food of Each State in the U.S
Eat your way through America the beautiful with our guide to the official food of each state.
The Most Unique Food Festival in Every State
We scoured all 50 states to pinpoint the most far-fetched food festivals in each state. Here's where to find them.
Healthy Places in Georgia
Find Excellent Health Care in Robins Region, GA
Houston Healthcare embraces excellence in facilities and community.
Georgia: Where to Live Now
Top 25 Best Places to Live in the Southeast
Southern charm is at its finest in these 25 Southeastern cities.
Thinking of Moving to Augusta, GA? Here’s Everything You Need to Know.
Thinking of moving to a sweet Southern town? Look no further than Augusta, GA.
5 Best Atlanta Suburbs
Long to live in Atlanta? The best Atlanta suburbs allow easy access to the major metroplex without the hefty price tag.
Education, Careers and Opportunity in Georgia
Meet 6 Entrepreneurs Who Are Thriving in the Robins Region
Despite the pandemic, business is booming in Middle Georgia. Here's a sampling of the region's success stories.
Fresh Out of College? Grow Your Career Here
The Robins Region, located in Middle Georgia, offers the resources to help young talent grow personally and professionally.
For Robins Region Students, the Future is Now
Middle Georgia schools partner with industry leaders to make sure new generation has the skills to succeed in tomorrow's marketplace.
Georgia: Love Where You Live
50 Things You Didn’t Know About the Olympics
Can't make it to Milano Cortina for the Winter Games and have some serious FOMO? Us, too! Here are 50 things you might not know about the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games.
Beyond the Books: 8 Innovative Public Library Programs
From nature kits and financial literacy classes to speed dating and "lost arts" workshops, these programs from across the country foster lifelong learning.
How to Help: Hurricane Helene Relief Resources
Support communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
