Georgia
Baxley is a small town in Georgia with a population of 4,971. Residents earn $30,421 per year, which is 60% below the national average.
Based on current data, Baxley receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Baxley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Baxley is $30,421, 60% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Baxley is $75,300, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $699 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Baxley is below the national average at 268 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,448 per 100,000, 127% above the national average.
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Baxley 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.
| English Only | 82.1% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $30,421 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,870 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,188 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,132 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.3% |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 503 |
| County GDP | $2,181M |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 77 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,490 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.31% |
| Commute Time | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
| Census Median | $75,300 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $149,709 |
| Census Median Rent | $699 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $979 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,023 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,203 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,775 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,490 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.31% |
| Obesity | 41.7% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.8% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 14,664/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 38.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Total Violent | 268.2/100K |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 22.4/100K |
| Robbery | 67.1/100K |
| Assault | 178.8/100K |
| Total Property | 4,447.9/100K |
| 127% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,005.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,285.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 156.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.2°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| AQI Median | 44.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 200 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 8.2 sq mi (21.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 608/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7648°N, 82.3493°W |
| County FIPS | 13001 |
Winner: Republican by 62.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.4% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 80.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.92 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 608/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Retail Stores | 77 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 20.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |