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Commerce
Eden Index
Climate
7.9
•
Recreation
0.7
•
Community
2.4
•
Safeguard
4.0/10
Commerce, Georgia is located in the northeastern part of the state, known for its humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town has a diverse hydrology system with the presence of the North Oconee River and several small creeks. The water quality is regulated by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy recreational activities like hiking, camping, and fishing at the nearby Sandy Creek Park, Victoria Bryant State Park, and Hard Labor Creek State Park. Additionally, Commerce is home to the Tanger Outlets, offering a range of shopping experiences to visitors. Overall, Commerce offers a mix of natural beauty and commercial activity, making it an ideal destination for both tourists and residents alike.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.9
Commerce receives approximately
1285mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 85%
and air temperatures averaging around
16°C.
Commerce has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Savannah
Area Rivers
Savannah
Snowpack Depths
Savannah
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Savannah
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 0.7
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Sinclair | 61 | 335 ft | |||
| Oconee River | 5 | 561 ft | |||
| Toccoa Falls College RV Park | 12 | 870 ft | |||
| Central City Park - State Fairgrounds | None | 295 ft | |||
| Hard Labor Creek State Park | None | 713 ft | |||
| Parks Ferry | 85 | 582 ft | |||
| Lake Yonah County Park | None | 697 ft | |||
| Lake Russell | 42 | 1,081 ft | |||
| Warner Robins AFB Military | None | 348 ft | |||
| Tallulah Gorge State Park | None | 1,551 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 2.4
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.