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Macon, GA vs Old Fourth Ward, GA
Macon, GA vs Old Fourth Ward, GA: What the data shows
Macon, GA is in Macon, GA while Old Fourth Ward, GA is in Old Fourth Ward, GA — both in the same state. On home prices, Macon, GA is the more affordable option at $177,800 median — $275,100 less than Old Fourth Ward, GA's $452,900. WYLT rates Macon, GA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Old Fourth Ward, GA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Old Fourth Ward, GA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Macon, GA has High violent crime and High property crime. Old Fourth Ward, GA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Macon, GA has High flood risk and Old Fourth Ward, GA has Low flood risk.
Old Fourth Ward, GA is the more walkable neighborhood. Macon, GA scores N/A/100 versus Old Fourth Ward, GA's 21/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Old Fourth Ward, GA has the higher school rating — Macon, GA rates 7/10 and Old Fourth Ward, GA rates 7.5/10.
| Category | Macon, GA | Old Fourth Ward, GA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $178K ✓ Lower price | $453K |
| Median Rent | $798 ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $22K | $71K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | High | Moderate ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | Car-dependent | 21/100 ✓ More walkable |
| Transit Score | Minimal transit | 17/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 31/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 104 min | 1 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | F | D+ ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | High | Moderate ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | High | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Moderate |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7/10 | 7.5/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Low‑income families looking for cheap housingStudents or young adults who rely on carRetirees with fixed budgets | young professionalsfamilies with kidsremote workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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