Higgston, Georgia
Quick Statistics
Higgston is a community in Montgomery County, Georgia, home to about 292 people spread across 3.1 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $33,484 a year, and a typical home is worth about $96,300. About 29.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 85.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 10 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Georgia towns GeoStat tracks, Higgston ranks number 566 of 669 in population, number 469 in median household income, number 487 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Higgston typically top out near 92°F in July, while January nights average about 38°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Vidalia, GA | 3.7 mi. | 10,752 |
| 2. | Ailey, GA | 6.8 mi. | 489 |
| 3. | Mount Vernon, GA | 8.0 mi. | 1,913 |
| 4. | Lyons, GA | 8.4 mi. | 4,219 |
| 5. | Santa Claus, GA | 8.5 mi. | 169 |
| 6. | Alston, GA | 9.0 mi. | 140 |
| 7. | Tarrytown, GA | 9.0 mi. | 142 |
| 8. | Glenwood, GA | 12.3 mi. | 745 |
What is the population of Higgston, Georgia?
Higgston has a population of about 292 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Higgston, Georgia in?
Higgston is located in Montgomery County, Georgia.
What is the median home value in Higgston, Georgia?
The median home value in Higgston is about $96,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Higgston, Georgia?
The median personal income in Higgston is about $33,484 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Higgston, Georgia?
Since 1950, 6 tornadoes have been recorded in Montgomery County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Higgston, Georgia?
Typical July highs run about 92 degrees and January lows about 38 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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