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Georgia By The Numbers

What Is Georgia’s Favorite Kids’ Halloween Movie?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 16, 2023October 16, 2023

While Georgia is known for its rich history, affinity to peaches, and talented sports teams, some might have not realized how strongly the state is associated with the gaming industry. The Peach State has become a hotbed for the video game industry over the last decade, hosting several world-class gaming facilities and game development companies. As a result, Georgia’s gaming industry employs over 3,000 people, with close to 500 games created every year.

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Is Gaming Common in Georgia?

by Special to The Georgia SunOctober 16, 2023

The first two years of the coronavirus pandemic had a profound impact on the U.S. housing market as Americans fled expensive, high-population areas to mid-sized cities or adjoining suburbs in lower-cost parts of the country. (See how the cost of housing has skyrocketed in these major U.S. cities.)

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Here Is the Cheapest City to Buy a Home in Georgia

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareOctober 7, 2023October 7, 2023

The Gist: Georgia is projected to become the 4th most populated state in America by 2100, with a 117% increase in population expected.

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Georgia is on a Trajectory to Be the 4th Most Populated State

by Thom ChandlerOctober 4, 2023October 10, 2023

The Gist: This Halloween, Georgia has a sweet spot for Jolly Ranchers, with a whopping 142,298 pounds of these tangy treats purchased, making it the state's favorite candy for the spooky season.

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What is Georgia’s Favorite Halloween Candy in 2023?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

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Georgia By The Numbers

Amazon Prime Days Are October 10 and 11. How Nice Are Georgia Residents to Delivery Drivers?

by Thom ChandlerOctober 3, 2023October 10, 2023

Based on a weighted index of 22 key measures from government sources, related to community, the economy, and quality of life, Druid Hills ranks as the best place to live in Georgia.

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Where is the Best Place to Live in Georgia?

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareSeptember 30, 2023October 10, 2023

Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in Georgia using data from Zillow.

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Cities with the Most Expensive Homes in Georgia

by StackerSeptember 27, 2023October 10, 2023

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Georgia By The Numbers

Is Augusta one of the worst cities for women in the United States?

by Thom ChandlerSeptember 26, 2023September 26, 2023

Since announcing in April 2023 plans to run for a second term, President Joe Biden has been the presumptive Democratic candidate in the 2024 race for the White House. How he fares on Election Day will largely hinge on Americans' assessment of his job performance during his first four years in office, and so far, public opinion has not been moving in Biden's favor.

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Here’s how Joe Biden’s approval rating has changed in Georgia since he was elected

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareSeptember 16, 2023September 16, 2023

Stacker crunched the numbers from a variety of sources to find the best beach towns on the East Coast.

Georgia By The Numbers

Best beach towns on the East Coast

by StackerSeptember 9, 2023September 9, 2023

Stacker compiled a list of the best counties to raise a family in Georgia.

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Best counties to raise a family in Georgia revealed

by StackerSeptember 1, 2023September 24, 2023

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Georgia By The Numbers

How many hunters are there in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 25, 2023August 25, 2023

With the 2024 presidential election less than a year and a half away, campaign season is heating up. In recent months, the field of Republican contenders vying for the top spot on the party's ticket next November has grown considerably. Meanwhile, since announcing plans to seek a second term in April 2023, President Joe Biden is the presumptive Democratic nominee - and as the incumbent candidate, voters' perception of his job performance could be a decisive factor in his bid for reelection.

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What is Joe Biden’s approval rating in Georgia?

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareAugust 24, 2023August 24, 2023

Over a decade since its release, Minecraft's appeal hasn't waned. It's not just Georgia that's captivated by its charm; Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, and Kansas also rank it as their number one video game. In total, Minecraft claims the top spot in 15 states, making it the most popular video game in the U.S.

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What is the most popular video game in Georgia?

by Thom ChandlerAugust 18, 2023August 18, 2023

Job Opportunity

Georgia By The Numbers

Athens is a top city for job-hoppers

by Thom ChandlerAugust 17, 2023September 24, 2023

Monge and Associates cited data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to identify states with the highest rate of drunken driving fatalities.

Georgia By The Numbers

Here’s how many drunk driving fatalities Georgia has compared to other states

by Nicole Caldwell, Data Work By Emma RubinAugust 16, 2023August 16, 2023

While a small portion of American-made firearms are exported and sold abroad, our nation's $32 billion a year arms and ammunition industry caters primarily to the domestic market, as consumer demand for firearms in the U.S. is second to none. According to the industry trade group National Shooting Sports Foundation, there are over 434 million guns in circulation in the United States. And with a population of 335 million, the U.S. is the only country in the world with more civilian-owned firearms than people.

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Here’s how many guns are manufactured in Georgia each year

by Samuel Stebbins | 24/7 Wall St. via The Center SquareAugust 12, 2023August 12, 2023

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