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Treutlen County

GA · Pop. 6,387 · Suburban County

93/100Homestead Score

Treutlen County sits in Georgia across 199 square miles, home to 6,387 people at 32.1 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 $98,000 and an effective property tax rate of 0.96% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 243-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.4°F and average winter lows of 33.8°F. Annual rainfall averages 46.8 inches, and with drought risk rated high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc is 16.9 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 99.9% of homes. On the hazard side, drought risk is high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.

Property Tax: 0.96%
Growing Season: 243 days
Broadband: 99.9%
Density: 32.1/sq mi

Pros

  • A long 243-day growing season in USDA zone 8b supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
  • A median home price of $98,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
  • Broadband reaches 99.9% of homes, making remote work and online farm sales realistic.

Cons

  • The nearest hospital, Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc, is 16.9 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
  • A poverty rate of 25% reflects a constrained local economy with limited off-farm income options.
  • The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.

At a glance

Treutlen County, GA is a strong overall fit for homesteading.

Homestead score
93/100
Median home price
$98k
Property tax
0.96%
Growing season
243 days (zone 8b)
Annual rainfall
46.8"
Broadband
99.9%
Nearest hospital
Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc, 16.9 mi

Taxes & Cost of Living

Property Tax Rate0.96%
Median Household Income$43,750
Poverty Rate25%

Land & Building

Median Home Price$98K

Climate & Growing

USDA Zone8b
Growing Season243 days
Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
Avg Summer High91.4°F
Avg Winter Low33.8°F
Top CropsCotton, Hay, Peanuts

Natural Disaster Risk

Drought6/10
Wildfire3/10
Tornado3/10
Flood1/10

Healthcare

Nearest HospitalLower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc (16.9 mi)
Emergency RoomNo
Healthcare Facilities0

Infrastructure & Community

Broadband Coverage99.9%

Business & Employment

Unemployment Rate4.4%
Ag EconomyWeak

Homesteading in Treutlen County: FAQ

What is the growing season like in Treutlen County?
Treutlen County is in USDA hardiness zone 8b with a 243-day growing season, average summer highs of 91.4°F, and average winter lows of 33.8°F. The established crops are cotton, hay, peanuts.
How affordable is land and property here?
The median home price is $98,000 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 99.9% of homes, strong coverage that supports remote work for most parcels.
How close is healthcare?
Lower Oconee Community Hospital, Inc is 16.9 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.

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Data sources

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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.