Georgia
Alma is a small town in Georgia with a population of 3,441. Residents earn $42,097 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Alma receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alma has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Alma is $42,097, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Alma is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 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.
With 707 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,042 per 100,000, 259% above the national average.
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Alma enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 88.9% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.1% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,097 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,104 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,746 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 290 |
| County GDP | $508M |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Healthcare | 23 |
| Retail | 47 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,955 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.20% |
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $92,300 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $150,449 |
| Census Median Rent | $733 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,955 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.20% |
| Obesity | 40.2% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.7% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.9% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 16,179/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Total Violent | 707.0/100K |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 282.8/100K |
| Assault | 424.2/100K |
| Total Property | 7,041.9/100K |
| 259% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,470.6/100K |
| Theft | 5,514.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 56.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.7 inches |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 202 ft (62 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.5433°N, 82.4756°W |
| County FIPS | 13005 |
Winner: Republican by 73.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.3% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 75.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 564/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 23 |
| Restaurants | 16 |
| Retail Stores | 47 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |