Jasper, GA 55+ Active Adult Retirement Communities

Jasper is a small but growing city nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The downtown area is charming with historical buildings and boutique shops. Retirement communities in the Jasper area are popular with active adults who enjoy the small town atmosphere, abundant natural recreational opportunities and nearby wineries and brew companies.  

Cost of Living & Taxes

Overall the cost of living in Jasper is on par with the rest of the country although a bit lower than Georgia average. Housing is much lower than national averages although transportation is significantly higher than the rest of the country and state. 

Jasper sales tax is 7% which includes the 4% state sales tax plus a 3% Pickens County tax. The average property tax in Pickens County is 0.66%. Georgia has a state income tax with rates ranging from 1% to 5.75%. Social Security is not taxable but other retirement income is although residents 65 and older can get a maximum deduction of $65,000.  

Recreation, Culture & Entertainment

There are a variety of leisure options for active adults in the Jasper area, including: 

Historical Sites and Museums

• Days of Yesteryear
• Funk Heritage Center

Outdoor Activities

• Ball Ground Botanical Garden
• Bent Tree Golf Course
• Pine Log Creek Trailhead

Other Activities

• Bent Tree Stables
• Canoe Vineyard and Winery
• Sharp Mountain Vineyards

Climate

The Jasper area sees about 47 inches of rain per year, much of it falling during the month of July. Average winter temperatures range from 32° to 47°. Summer in Jasper is hot and humid with summer temperatures averaging between 66° and 88° with 76% humidity. Average snowfall in Jasper is 2 inches with the highest chance of snow during the month of January. 

Health Care

The two hospitals within 25 miles of Jasper are: 

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital in Jasper has been named one of the top 100 small hospitals and has received an "A" safety rating from Leapfrog Group for 14 consecutive years. They are a certified Chest Pain Center with a sleep center that is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine.

Northside Hospital Cherokee in Canton is 16 miles from Jasper. The hospital has been certified as an Emergency Cardiac Care Center of Excellence by the International Cardio-Oncology Society. They have also received an Outstanding Patient Experience award from Healthgrades.