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Downtown Thomson

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To Thomson-McDuffie County!

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East Georgia’s Sweet Spot! Here, a laid-back and big opportunity. This vibrant East Georgia gem
lifestyle meets exciting opportunity, and was founded in 1854 as a bustling railroad depot
Southern charm comes standard. and continues to grow with purpose and pride. Welcome .................................1
Known as the Camellia City of the South, our Here’s a quick snapshot of what makes this The Chamber .........................2
community blends rich history with modern place special – by the numbers! Government ...........................3
living. You’ll find us nestled along the I-20
corridor – just 30 minutes from Augusta and People & Community Moving In ...............................4
a scenic drive to Atlanta or Athens. Thomson Population ...................................................21,850
is our county seat, but you’ll want to explore Median Age ......................................... 40.7 years Archway Partnership .............6
the charms of Dearing and Boneville, too.
Median Home Value ............................$179,000 Education ...............................8
Outdoor lovers, rejoice! With Clarks Hill Lake Median Gross Rent ......................... $850/month
right here, there’s plenty of space to kayak, Unemployment Rate .....................................4.7% Health and Wellness ............ 10
fish, hike, camp, or kick back with a picnic. Things To Do..........................12
If you crave culture, check out live music at Region & Climate
Sunset Auction House, local art shows, or Land Area .....................................258 square miles Festivals ................................16
stroll downtown Thomson for antiques, food Annual Rainfall ...........................................45 inches
trucks, and Friday night fun. History ...................................17
Sunshine .........................222 sunny days per year
We keep things affordable and welcoming Average July High ............................................... 91°F Housing .................................19
here. With a median home value under Average January Low ........................................32°F
$180K and monthly rent averaging around Economic Development ........21
$850, Thomson-McDuffie offers incredible Membership Directory .........25
value without sacrificing quality of life.
And we know how to celebrate! Our com-
munity calendar is stacked with festivals and
events like:
• Camellia City Festival Fun Fact: 149 Main St., Thomson, GA 30824
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• Blind Willie McTell Music Festival A Legacy in Blues www.thomsonmcduffiechamber.com
• Belle Meade Hunt, complete with horses, Thomson is the birthplace of Blind Willie
hounds, and tailgating tradition McTell, legendary blues guitarist and pioneer
of the Piedmont blues sound. Every fall,
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