Appling, GA

Georgia · Metropolitan Area

Appling is a small town in Georgia with a population of 751. Residents earn $85,592 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
751 Population 85/sq mi density
$85,592 Median Income $40,481 per capita
$403,900 Home Value $444,929 Zillow
$1,159 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$85,592 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$403,900 home value, $1,159/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,592
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $403,900
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.3%
37% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,159
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.4%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population751
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,592
Per Capita$40,481
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty20.4%
County GDP$6,219M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$403,900
Rent$1,159
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$444,929

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI44 (Good)
Elevation322 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.3%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.00

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute30 min
Libraries3

Is Appling a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Appling receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Appling offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Appling is $85,592, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Appling is $403,900, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,159 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Appling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Appling has a population of 751 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

751
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
8.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.6%
Female 35.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Appling vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Appling vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Appling is $85,592, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Appling vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,592
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,481
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$89,909

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.4%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,525
County GDP$6,219M

Business (County)

Restaurants298
Healthcare353
Retail387
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Appling is $403,900, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,159 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $444,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$403,900
43% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$444,929

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,159
0% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$765
1 Bedroom$770
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,313
4 Bedrooms$1,608

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Appling, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death7,070/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities353

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Appling has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area8.8 sq mi (22.8 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates33.5710°N, 82.3102°W
County FIPS13073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 25.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.3%
37% above US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.00
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area8.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants298
Retail Stores387

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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