Community Information
What is the secret that is drawing so many to call North Augusta home? For some, it is the healthy economy of the city and our region. For others, it is a great school system that scores above the state average and close to the national average. Some like the fact that there are five hospitals with over 4,000 beds and 25,000 healthcare workers. Others want to be close to two universities and two technical colleges. Many come for the recreation steeped in outdoor life. While these are important factors for new residents, many come because our residents have such a love for North Augusta that it results in a quality of life that few communities can match.
Living here allows new residents to save more of their wages as living costs are considerably less than the national average in the critical areas of housing, utilities, transportation, and healthcare. We still provide a good mix of varied housing in strong neighborhoods.
There is a strong sense of preservation and it manifests itself in the old homes that have been saved as well as the style of new homes and commercial buildings.
Our climate has an annual average high temperature of 78 degrees while the average annual low is 50. This makes North Augusta an ideal destination for those seeking refuge from the cold winters of the north or the hurricanes of the coastal states. North Augusta has beautiful flower filled springs, long summers, colorful falls and very little freezing winter weather.
The Savannah River has always been an important part of our heritage. It is our southwestern boundary and serves as the state boundary between South Carolina and Georgia. It offers recreation and commercial uses.
Recreational opportunities include the river, Lake Thurmond for swimming, fishing, and boating. We have professional minor league baseball and hockey. Varied cultural events including plays, dance, opera, and symphony may be seen from several area venues. Horses will always be a large part of Aiken County and is present in horse racing, steeple chasing, polo, and the Augusta Futurity. Finally, this is the Mecca for golf including the famed Augusta National across the river in Augusta.
North Augusta can offer the amenities of a large town while maintaining its small town feel. There is a strong sense of community that is evident in our churches, civic organizations, and festivals.
North Augusta can provide the quintessential southern living experience to families, retirees, or young singles just getting started. Come to South Carolina’s Riverfront and discover for yourself why so many want to call it home.
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