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Evans, GA Utility & Living Guide
Evans is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in Columbia County, Georgia, United States. It is a suburb of Augusta and is part of the Augusta metropolitan area. As of the 2020 census, Evans had a population of 34,536.
Monthly Utility Costs
$140/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Evans is relatively affordable, with a range of options from apartments to single-family homes. The area is popular with families and retirees. New developments are springing up to meet growing demand.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 8% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.15% |
| <p>State 4% + County 3% + City 1%</p> | |
Georgia has a progressive income tax with six brackets, ranging from 1% to 5.99%
Family & Relocation
60
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit in Evans is limited, but the area is relatively stroller-friendly due to its suburban layout and sidewalks
- Phinizy Swamp Nature Park
- Savannah Rapids Park
- Evans Towne Center Park
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Key local rules include zoning ordinances and homeowners association regulations in many neighborhoods
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📊 Evans — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Evans tend to fluctuate with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning and higher gas bills in the winter due to heating. However, since most homes in Evans are all-electric, the winter fluctuation is less pronounced.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP code level tax info includes a property tax millage rate of 20.95 mills in Columbia County, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
8, due to the area's relatively flat terrain, wide sidewalks, and abundance of parks and playgrounds, making it easy to get around with a stroller
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