Ailey, GA

Georgia

Ailey is a small town in Georgia with a population of 530. Residents earn $62,708 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
530 Population 245/sq mi density
$62,708 Median Income $21,112 per capita
$136,600 Home Value $132,059 Zillow
$753 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,708 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,600 home value, $753/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
40.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,708
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.7%
21% higher than US avg
Median Rent $753
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population530
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density245/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,708
Per Capita$21,112
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$214M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,600
Rent$753
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,059

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI44 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation235 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.7%
High School+93.8%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Ailey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ailey receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Ailey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ailey is $62,708, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ailey is $136,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ailey enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Ailey has a population of 530 with a density of 245 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 22.6% Black.

Population

530
Total Population
245
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Ailey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ailey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ailey is $62,708, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ailey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,708
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,112
Avg Weekly Wage$768
IRS Avg AGI$54,849

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)147
County GDP$214M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare8
Retail20
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,162
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ailey is $136,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $753 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,600
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,059
Median List Price$649,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$649,500
$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$753
35% 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-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,162
10% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Ailey, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death13,468/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Ailey has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation235 ft (72 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density245/sq mi
Coordinates32.1884°N, 82.5756°W
County FIPS13209
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 40.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 53 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.7%
21% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score4.92
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density245/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants6
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home5.8%

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