Abbeville, GA

Georgia

Abbeville is a small town in Georgia with a population of 2,756. Residents earn $37,981 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,756 Population 901/sq mi density
$37,981 Median Income $7,519 per capita
$77,700 Home Value $117,751 Zillow
$602 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
244 Violent Crime/100K 593 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$37,981 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,700 home value, $602/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
244 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,981
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,700
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 244/100K
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $602
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.1%
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.8%
124% higher than US avg

How Abbeville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,756
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density901/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,981
Per Capita$7,519
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty27.8%
County GDP$219M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,700
Rent$602
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,751

Crime

F
Violent244/100K
Property593/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault105/100K
Burglary209/100K

Health

Obesity47.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation259 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+76.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute49 min
Libraries1

Is Abbeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abbeville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Abbeville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abbeville is $37,981, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 27.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Abbeville is $77,700, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $602 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Abbeville is below the national average at 244 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 593 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Abbeville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Abbeville has a population of 2,756 with a density of 901 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (58.8%), with 34.6% White, 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,756
Total Population
901
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 77.8%
Female 22.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Abbeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abbeville is $37,981, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Abbeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,981
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,519
Avg Weekly Wage$785
IRS Avg AGI$38,590

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.8%
124% above US avg
Establishments (County)114
County GDP$219M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare8
Retail22
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Abbeville is $77,700, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $602 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,751.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,700
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,751

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$602
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,038
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Abbeville, 47.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Abbeville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.1%
47% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure48.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD9.7%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress17.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death14,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Healthcare Facilities8
Abbeville has a violent crime rate of 244 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 593 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Abbeville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent244.0/100K
36% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape104.6/100K
Robbery34.9/100K
Assault104.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property592.5/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary209.1/100K
Theft383.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Abbeville has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density901/sq mi
Coordinates31.9926°N, 83.3065°W
County FIPS13315
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 49.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+76.8%
School Test Score4.92
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density901/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants4
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.3 min
Work from Home9.0%

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