Alma, GA
Full City Profile · Georgia · Bacon County County
Alma, GA
At a Glance
How Alma Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Alma's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Alma a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Alma residents earn a median household income of $42,097 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,104. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 290 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Alma is $92,300 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,504. Median rent is $733/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Alma reports 545 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 43% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,587/100K.
Education
9.3% of adults in Alma hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 75.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Alma has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches.