LaGrange, located about 60 miles southwest of Atlanta, is a classic Georgia town. LaGrange is a progressive community offering a full slate of cultural, recreational and educational opportunities... yet still retaining its' traditional Southern charm. A vibrant community of 27,000 people, LaGrange is home to major businesses from around the world.
Located at the intersection of Interstates 85 and 185, LaGrange and Troup County are home to beautiful country, scenic attractions and a comfortable, warm climate. West Point Lake, just west of town, is ideal for boating, fishing and many other outdoor activities. Our town is known as the City Of Elms And Roses. Classic antebellum homes proudly attest to the rich history of LaGrange, incorporated in 1828.
Rich in heritage, LaGrange is a technologically modern city, with quality public and private educational facilities. Numerous Fortune 500 companies have located here, and the City of LaGrange has significantly invested in emerging technologies and improved infrastructure to support the growth of new and existing industries.
Points of interest in LaGrange include the LaFayette Fountain, a replica of the LaFayette statue in LePuy, France that stands on the courthouse square. A National Historic Landmark of note is Bellevue, the Benjamin Harvey Hill House, built from 1853-1855.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $121,315
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 27,977. La Grange covers 29.0 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 265 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 30240, 30241, 30261
Weather
LaGrange, GA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 89.30 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 31.30 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 23 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at LaGrange is 53.38 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is March with an average rainfall of 6.22 Inches.
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