Montgomery County
GA · Pop. 8,675 · Suburban County
Montgomery County, Georgia covers 241 square miles with a population of 8,675 and a density of 36 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on cotton, hay, peanuts. A median home price of $118,000 and an effective property tax rate of 0.96% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 252-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.7°F and average winter lows of 38°F. Annual rainfall averages 48.6 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc is 8.1 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 96.8% of homes. On the hazard side, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 252-day growing season in USDA zone 9a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A median home price of $118,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- Broadband reaches 96.8% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.
Cons
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- The nearest hospital, Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc, is 8.1 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Montgomery County, GA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 90/100
- Median home price
- $118k
- Property tax
- 0.96%
- Growing season
- 252 days (zone 9a)
- Annual rainfall
- 48.6"
- Broadband
- 96.8%
- Nearest hospital
- Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc, 8.1 mi
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Homesteading in Montgomery County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Montgomery County?
- Montgomery County is in USDA hardiness zone 9a with a 252-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.7°F, and average winter lows of 38°F. The established crops are cotton, hay, peanuts.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $118,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.96%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 96.8% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
- How close is healthcare?
- Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc is 8.1 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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