Question 1

Is 30901 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 30901 in Augusta has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Augusta city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 30901 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 30901?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 30901 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 30901. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 30901 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Augusta. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 30901?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 30901 is approximately $73K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 30901 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 30901 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 30901 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 30901 has an overall NeighborScore of 79/100, placing it in the moderate range for Augusta. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 79/100, 30901 scores similarly to the middle tier of Augusta neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Augusta — ZIP 30901

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Josey High School	09–12	—	—	—
Johnson Health Science and Engineering Magnet School	06–12	—	—	—
Walker Traditional Elementary School	KG–05	—	—	—
Davidson Fine Arts Magnet	06–12	—	—	—
Laney High School	09–12	—	—	—
Murphey Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
W.S. Hornsby Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
W.S. Hornsby Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—
Jenkins-White Elementary School	PK–05	—	—	—