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Madison, GA

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Population
5,179
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
690 ft
Median Home Value
$347,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,510
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Madison

Located about an hour east of Atlanta, Madison is one of Georgia's most picturesque small towns. Home to roughly 4,500 residents, it serves as the seat of Morgan County and is best known for its beautifully preserved historic district. A walk through town reveals grand 19th-century architecture, tree-lined sidewalks, and a welcoming square filled with local boutiques, antique shops, and neighborhood cafes.

Morgan County Georgia Courthouse

The town also offers an active arts scene and a tight-knit community feel. The Madison-Morgan Cultural Center, housed in a restored 1895 brick schoolhouse, regularly hosts concerts, theater productions, and visual art exhibits. Families are served by the Morgan County school system, and convenient access to Interstate 20 makes day trips or commutes to Athens and Atlanta straightforward.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.7ratingNearby Inpatient HospitalsA+97.9rating

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