Rome 64 Average
Rome Livability #233 ranked city in Georgia#13,488 ranked city in the USARanks better than 53% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Rome

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Taking into account the cost of goods and services like housing, groceries, transportation and utilities, the overall cost of living in this area is well below average.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.

  • Health & Safety

    Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.

  • Commute

    A low commute score could be due to longer-than-average work commutes and the limited availability of public transportation in this area.

  • Crime

    This area reports elevated crime rates per 100,000 individuals, potentially pointing some areas being unsafe for its residents. Stats are based on both property and violent crimes.

  • Employment

    In the employment category, a low score could be attributed to low income levels and high unemployment in the area, suggesting potential difficulties in finding lucrative employment.

  • Schools

    The low schools score could result from issues like below-average graduation rates, inadequate reading and math scores, and the unavailability of local elementary and high schools.

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What's it like Living in Rome?

Rome is a medium-sized city located in the state of Georgia. The city has a population of 36,518 people. Long travel times to work can be one of the most frustrating things in the world - right behind housework! If you decide that living in Rome is the right fit for you, your one way commute time will average 24 minutes, which is about average when compared to the national commute time of 26 minutes.

If you’re considering moving to any new city, it could be a very daunting task. However, it could also be a good experience if you are willing to get to know the city before actually living in Rome, Georgia. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is of utmost importance, ensuring a secure environment with low crime. Proximity to your workplace or school helps reduce commuting time and offers convenience. Access to amenities such as parks, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities enhances your daily life. Public transportation options contribute to easy mobility. A sense of community fosters a supportive and engaging environment. Lastly, the overall atmosphere should align with your desired lifestyle, ensuring a fulfilling living experience. Considering these items will guide you towards finding the perfect neighborhood that fits all your needs. With useful information like crime, cost of living, health & safety, employment, housing and other key data points, finding the best places to live in Rome and in the areas around Rome is a much easier task.

Rome, GA receives 66 out of 100 for its livability score; this results in a ranking of #155 in Georgia and #10,149 in the USA. If we examine each of the categories on their own, we see that Rome ranks well for cost of living (A+) and housing (B+). There are some categories that Rome scores poorly for, including: amenities (F), crime (D-), education (F) and employment (F). It might be worth taking a closer look to determine why.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Rome has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Certain items on your wish list like shopping, restaurants, nightlife, parks and proximity to public transportation are all important things to look for. Having said that, perhaps the most important metric to consider when contemplating a move to Rome is real estate affordability. Median real estate prices in Rome come in at $158,000, which is 3.7% higher than the Georgia average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Rome, the home price to income ratio is 4.1, which is 36.7% higher than the Georgia average.

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      Rome transportation information

      Statistic Rome Georgia National
      Average one way commute24min28min26min
      Workers who drive to work74.4%79.6%76.4%
      Workers who carpool13.8%10.1%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.6%2.1%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.1%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.1%1.6%2.8%
      Working from home4.7%5.1%4.6%
      Source: The Rome, GA data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).